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Note 1
To the worst person in the galaxy (Darth Vader),

Why did you kill off all the Jedi? And you almost killed Ben and my friend Leia. Well, I don’t know what else to say besides the fact that the Rebellion’s going to beat your stupid self and the entire Empire. Just wait and see. You’ll pay for your crimes against the galaxy.

From A Common Person
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Note 2
To Common Person,

Why did I kill off your friend Leia and Old Ben? Are you a blond? Because they got in my way. Whenever someone does that, I kill them.

I do believe you are a blond, because it is stupid to think you can destroy the entire empire, and me.

Darth Vader
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Note 3
Darth Vader,

NO!!!! You misread my last note. You DID not kill Leia or Old Ben. Didn’t you see Leia with me and my friends before I hit the door panel controls with my blaster. Maybe you were too concerned with making sure Ben was dead….but I have something to tell you. He’s not dead!!! He said he used the force to disappear on you…and he got away from you without your even knowing it!

In my note I said, “ALMOST” killed Leia and Old Ben.

Yes, I know that Leia and two other people were scheduled to be executed, but guess what….I rescued them before their scheduled executions!!!! Don’t assume anything unless you have proof.

And for your information….yes, I am a blond…but that has nothing to do with anything. Hair color has no affect on intelligence. If you think it does, you’re just dumb. How could hair color make a person intelligent or stupid? It’s not like people with dark hair have extra brain cells, or have brain cells in their hair. Hair color is just a hereditary thing. If you didn’t know that, and actually believed that hair color influences intelligence, you’re an idiot.

What do you know of intelligence anyway? I doubt you have very much of it. I'll have you know that I am the top student in my class at my school!!!!!

What is your joy in killing people? Did you ever stop and realize that the people you kill actually have families and people that love them? You never have thought of anyone except yourself, have you?

That’s not a good reason to kill anyone…just because they get in your way. You’re the worst person that I have ever heard of in my entire life!!!!!!

Now wait a second. I never said I would destroy the entire Empire and you personally. I was talking about the Rebellion. The REBELLION will destroy you and your stupid Empire some day.

Why is it so impossible that you can’t die? Why can’t a powerful Rebellion destroy the Empire? The way you’re running the Empire…..you’re just asking to be destroyed.

Do you know something else…..things always work out for the good. Yes, there are bad times, but the good ALWAYS wins. In the fullness of time things always happen for the good.

Why should I tell you my name? I mean…I’m not stupid. If I tell you my name I know you’re going to go after me and try to kill me because of this letter…..and because I probably “got in your way” by writing it.

Fine….I’ll tell you what my name is. It’s Andrew Smith. Are you happy?

Even as I write this, we are making plans to destroy your stupid battle station. You're the idiot, not me.

Bye you prideful idiot.


A Common Person,
Andrew Smith
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Note 4
Andrew Smith,

That name sounds as stupid as you are.

Anyway, I am intelligent, the most intelligent person in the GALAXY!!!!! Why?? Have you ever heard of the Sith? Do you know of the Force? Well, I'm the only people dead and alive that is the strongest in the Force!!! So, you know what that means? I. Am. VERY. VERY. INTELLIGENT!!!!! I had to be to build the Death Star. In case you didn't know, I designed and BUILT the Death Star, and I doubt you can do that. Don't even think about saying I'm stupid, because I'm not, and EVERYONE in the galaxy knows that.

Yes, I KNOW Old Ben is still alive!! I know that Force trick too!!! But next time we meet, he will NOT return, you can count on that.

Yes, I know YOU 'rescued' my prisoners, or else they would be dead, DON'T you THINK I would know if they're gone or not!?!!?!

I don't joy in killing people, only do it because it is my job, and if they DO get in my way, or do not obey me then they're dead. Simple as that.

Yes, I know they have families and friends, but do I look like I care? I mean, come on, a Sith doesn't care for the families and friends of the person they kill, or there would be NO Sith!!!

Well, must close here, planning on enjoying watching you die.


Darth Vader
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Note 5
Darth Vader,

Um….excuse me but how could my name sound stupid? How do you know how “stupid” I am? It’s just a name. I think the name “Darth Vader” sounds really stupid. I mean it’s not even a real name. What kind of first name is “Darth?” And “Vader is the stupidest last name I have ever heard of. So how can you say my name sounds stupid when you don’t even have a real name?

Another thing, how do you know you’re the most intelligent person in the galaxy? How do you know you’re the most Force sensitive? Did you go around and test everyone in the galaxy? You must be pretty busy if you do that….because I don’t know how many babies are born in a minute, but I doubt you could go around to every single baby being born to test them. How do you know there’s not a baby that was just born that has more intelligence and force sensitivity than you? It may be true that you are the smartest and most force sensitive person that you know of, but how many people are you talking about here? It is impossible for any one person to know everyone else’s force sensitivity. And even if you were the most force sensitive person, why would you go brag it around to everyone? If someone told me I was the most Force sensitive person THAT THAT PERSON KNEW OF, I would not go around and brag it to the rest of the galaxy. What good would it do? That’s like test grades. Let’s say that I took a test and got a 95 on it…and I’m proud of it because I don’t think that anyone could have a higher score because it was a hard test…and then I started going around the classroom, bragging about my test score, and then I came across someone who got 100. That would mean that I didn’t get the highest score, and that would actually hurt me instead of make me feel better. If I got a 95 and someone else got a 90, then why would I want to make the other person feel bad by telling them my score? Who cares if you are the most force sensitive person that you know of? Another thing, I have heard of some people who had pretty high force sensitivities. I don’t know if they’re higher than yours, but I do know that they were pretty high.

Anyway, do intelligence and Force sensitivity go together? I didn’t know that if they did.

Even if you are the most intelligent and force sensitive person in the galaxy…..that does not mean that other people can’t be intelligent too. It doesn’t mean that everyone else in the galaxy is an idiot. I mean I told you that I was the top student in my class, but that does not make me the smartest person in the galaxy, and it doesn’t even mean that I’m the smartest person in my class. There are a lot of schools in the galaxy and I’m sure I’m not the smartest person in the galaxy. But I am the top student in my class, which means that I do have intelligence. Some people are better at some things than others. Let’s just say you have the highest intelligence in the galaxy…but then someone comes in right under you. Let’s say they’re half a point behind you in intelligence. Does that make the person right behind you an idiot? No. There are a lot of bright people in the galaxy. I don’t think you can say you are the smartest person out of all of them.

Now to answer the rest of your questions…yes, I have heard of the Sith. I have heard of how you killed off all the Jedi and destroyed people’s lives. I heard of how terrible you are and how you kill a lot of people and how you don’t care about other people’s lives. Yes, I also know of the Force. You see, I had to do this project for school and I had to do it on a Jedi Knight. I had to do a lot of research for the project because I didn’t know anything about the Jedi before I did the project. Well I learned a little about the Force, I still don’t know much about it, but I know enough to know what it is. I also learned about the Sith when I did the project, and I learned how you personally killed all the Jedi off!!!! Anyway, I’m still trying to learn about the Force because it’s interesting.

How do you know that there was NEVER anyone that lived that had more force sensitivity than you?

Why would you WANT to be the most intelligent/most Force Sensitive person in the galaxy? I wouldn’t want to be. I don’t know why you would want it.

You built the Death Star? I should have known…no one but you would be that unfeeling towards others that you would design something that would kill them by the thousands along with plants and animals. Now I don’t know if I could build a Death Star or not (I doubt it) but even if I could, why would I want to? Just because something can be built does not mean that it should be built.

I’m sorry for calling you stupid, all right. From now on if I call you stupid, I don’t mean that I think you have low intelligence…..I am just insulting you, okay. Just don’t make stupid comments and I won’t call you stupid. Just because you are “intelligent” does not mean that you can’t make stupid mistakes or make dumb comments.

The thing about the hair color was a stupid comment.

Well you’re the one that was so proud of killing Old Ben and Leia and the others….and I was only telling you that they’re alive. I’m glad you figured that out by now. LOL, I don’t think you’re going to kill Old Ben. He’s smart enough to avoid you, and he’s smart enough to find a new trick.

No, you’re right. You don’t care about anyone. You are the most horrible, awful person I have ever met. I wish there were no Sith, but unfortunately, that’s not the case.

Well we’ll see what happens….we’ll see if your Death Star gets blown up or not. I have to go get ready because I’ll be participating in the battle.

I have another question for your idiotitcy…why do you where that stupid black suit and breathe with that mask? What’s wrong with you? Are you an alien who can’t breathe with oxygen? Are you ashamed of your looks? What are you? Are you human?

Oh and one more point that I would like to bring up… someone that knew my father told me how you killed off all the Jedi Knights, including my father!!!!! I hate you! You ruined my family.

Anyway, what have you to say about killing off all the Jedi Knights? How could you do that??????? You messed up a lot of people’s lives. You’re a rotten, no good person. After I got on our base I was walking with my friends, and I accidentally ran into this lady and caused her to spill her coffee all over herself, and got it on her dress. She got really mad at me. I tried apologizing, but she wouldn’t accept my apology. and then I found out that she’s some queen person from the Old Republic. Why I’m telling you this, I don’t know. It’s just kind of on my mind. The way she glared at me. I think you and she would make a good couple. You’re both rude. I don’t like her, and I HATE you. I can just imagine how you would get along with her! LOL. You would probably get in a fight because she’s so rude and unhappy for whatever reason, and you’re just evil and terrible.


Bye you prideful dumbhead.


Andrew Smith
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Note 6
Andrew Smith,

Lets see, YES intelligence AND strong Force-sensitivity DOES make you very, very, VERY intelligence, you wanna know why? Because, when you have the Force when is strong (and mine happens to be the strongest), you get different powers, and in my case, I can sense many, MANY things before they happen, AND I get solve the hardest problems without having to think for ages. I get make things out of scrap, if needs be, and I can make up ANYTHING I wish to, got that? Now, add THAT to all the powers of the Force and what do you get? Me, of course, so don't go bragging about how 'smart' you are, for you're unintelligence to mess with the man second to the Empire.

My name is Vader, that's my FIRST name, Darth is what EVERY Sith has as a title, like Knight for a Jedi Knight or something, got that? The reason I have Vader as my name is because if 'Invader'. See, take the 'in' off and you have Vader, understand that? My true name, if you wish is Nigel Reklaw. Now, that you know my name, I KNOW that you're going to tell your friends, and while you do, tell them at I'm going to kill you all.

Do you have any reason WAY I killed the Jedi? Well, I have a reason, the best reason to, and I know if they did to you what they did to me, that you would have killed them.

The reason I'm in this suit and mask, is BECAUSE I fought this stupid Jedi Master and fell into a pit of lava, BUT I lived through the lava and EVERYTHING, and I am taking my revenge on the Jedi for EVERYTHING they've been to me. They ruined my life, family, friends, and EVERYTHING, so now I do not care for everyone else, for they deserve it, or should I said, I am making the Jedi drown in their guilt, for everything they had done to ruin my life. You can thank any of your Jedi friends for that.


Darth Vader
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Note 7
Darth Vader,

Oops…I knew there was something I forgot to ask Ben in the last note. I meant to ask him about the intelligence thing going with Force Sensitivity, but that just slipped my mind because I was concerned about something else. I’ll have to ask him in the next note.

Anyway, I don’t know if what you said about having a high level of intelligence and having a high level of Force sensitivity really is the truth or if you just said that. I intend to find out. I want to see if your overconfident self is actually right or not.

Like I said before. How do you know that your Force happens to be the strongest? You have no proof. Maybe other people in the galaxy have REALLY strong forces too. Have you ever thought of that? What would you do if someone had a higher force level than yours…or if someone had the same level as you? Then you wouldn’t be the person with the most force sensitivity in the galaxy.

As I told you in the last note, I am just learning about the Force because of a school research project, so I don’t know everything about it. Yes, you probably know more about it than I do.

Okay, so you are really smart and Force Sensitive. Does that make you the most force sensitive person, no? Could you be, yes. But how do know for sure? I’m glad you can sense many, MANY things before they happen (but have you ever thought that maybe other people do too?) Maybe other people don’t have to think for ages when they have to solve hard problems. About building things….well I don’t know much about that so maybe you do have a unique talent there.

I wish you would shut up about your intelligence and your force sensitivity. It’s really getting old and you don’t make very many friends by bragging. No one really cares how intelligent or force sensitive you say you are.

And for your information, I was not bragging about how smart I was. I only was trying to defend myself because you said I was an idiot. Don’t I have a right to do that? I was not trying to tell you I was super intelligent or anything; all I was doing was giving you evidence so that you would believe me when I said I actually had SOME intelligence. I don’t think I am the smartest person in the galaxy, but I know that I have SOME intelligence. Okay, so maybe I’m not as smart as you, but I’m not an idiot either.

I was not trying to “mess” with you. I was just writing you for the fun of it. You can’t trace me and you don’t know who I am, so I’m not messing with you. I am just sending you letters, and I think it’s funny.

Well excuse me, Nigel Reklaw, but I am only 19. I was not alive when the Jedi Knights were active, and I JUST learned about them a little while ago. I learned about the Sith at the same time…so how in the galaxy was I supposed to know that Darth is what every Sith has as a title? You’re the only Sith that I have ever heard the name of, so I didn’t know. I am no dummy. Okay, so you used the word Invader as your name. I realized after you said you took the word invader as your name that you just took off the in to get it. Why don’t you ever go by your real name (Nigel Reklaw) publicly?

Well I forgot to tell all my friends about your real name because I’ve had something else on my mind lately, but I’ll be sure to mention it in my next notes. I’m sure that when I tell them that you said you’re going to kill us that they’ll laugh.

That’s dumb. If you were a Sith didn’t you know that you would end up fighting with Jedi? Ha, ha, I’m glad that a Jedi put you in your mask and suit. That’s what you deserve for ruining so many people’s families. You fell into a lava pit? How stupid are you? Why do you care so much about what the Jedi have done to you? I’m sure that you deserved every bit of it. I’m sure that the Jedi ruined your little Sith family and friends…but that’s because they were doing their job.

You want to know something? You just killed my best friend Biggs Darkligher, and I’m not happy about it. You’re so MEAN! You already killed my parents.

Well I’m sure you’re enjoying this battle because you keep on shooting down our ships. I didn’t even know you could fly…oh well. There is 1 minute to go until the Death Star puts Yavin in range…but my friends and I have 1 minute to destroy your stupid battle station.


Andrew Smith
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Note 8
Andrew Smith,

So, you're the pilot that I'm chasing (you have to be, because there's no other pilots around, because I killed them all HAHAHA!!!). Well, know that your time shall end soon.

Oh, too bad, I killed your friend. Well, I don't care, because I have more important things on my mind. If you think that I was thinking about everyone I killed, then you've got to be nuts. I have a duty to perform, and if killing people is something I must do, then I will do it without question. So that is why your friend was killed.

Go ahead, ask Ben if what I said about the Force is true. He'll know what I'm talking about, I'm sure of it. No, I'm not a liar, so don't say that I am.

No one in the galaxy CAN be more Force sensitive, than I, because that's IMPOSSIBLE!!!!! Even if there were, I would find that person out, and kill him/her. Don't so get so smart. You're acting like you're more Force sensitive than I am, and that's a stupid move for you to make.

Fine, I'll stop speaking of me being the most Force sensitive only and most intelligence person in the galaxy, if you stop insulting me about it. So, if you want me to 'shut up' about it, first you shut up, then I will. If you don't, I can assure you I can/will continue speaking of my intelligences and strong Force, as long as you write to me.

Go ahead, and tell your friends my name, and tell me their reaction. I'm going to laugh when I get them, because of something I know. So, go ahead.

Well, since you're learning of the Jedi and the Sith, there are many things you must learn (like 'Darth' is the title for every Sith). Besides, learning of the Old Republic is against the law of the Empire. I will have to report you to him, because of it.

Go ahead and say all you wish to about me and how cruel I am, but in return, a certain Jedi shall carry the blame and guilt, for he knows it's all his fault this happened. So, think of it this way, if you continue insulting me, you're worsen that Jedi's life, because of it, but if you stop, he will not have to be weighted down with the guilt of the darkness that has overpowered the Old Republic. So, think about your moves, because moving.

You'll be died in a minute. I hope you enjoy you last few seconds of your LIFE!!!!


Darth Vader
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Note 9
First Luke and Vader Note written after AOTC came out


Darth Vader,

Well I don’t know if you’re dead or not, but I hope you are dead. I guess I’ll find out if I get a response from you or not.

How did you like your Death Star getting blown up? I thought it was funny, especially since you were the one that designed it. After all that bragging you did about it…your little toy went up in smoke.

You are so MEAN! You killed all those pilots, and you designed the Death Star so that you could kill people and destroy lives.

I guess I gave myself away….yes I was the pilot that you were chasing. I’m SO sorry that your weapons system started failing when you started shooting at me. Too bad.

How did you like spinning out of control? Was that fun? My friend Han Solo tried to shoot you down, but unfortunately didn’t hit you direct enough.

Well you didn’t kill me, and I don’t think you will any time soon.

You have killed so many people’s lives. How can you stand to live?

You shouldn’t talk ill of the dead, Vader. My friend and I were close. We grew up together and you just HAD to kill him. His parents are very upset, and you ruined their family. I hope you’re satisfied with that. A person’s life is valuable, and…and….oh….you are just so MEAN. People are important. You don’t care about anyone, or what you do to anyone. You have no respect for a person’s life. I…I…oh never mind. Trying to reason with you is impossible. Maybe you should question your actions sometimes. Killing is something you must do? When? Does a person EVER have to kill another person?

Well I asked Ben if what you said about the Force is true or not. He hasn’t given me a reply yet, so I don’t know. Give me one good reason why I should believe what you say. You’re the meanest person I’ve ever heard of. I have no way of knowing if what you say is true or not. I didn’t call you a liar; I just said that I didn’t know whether I could believe you or not. There is a difference.

Like I said before I don’t know much about Force sensitivity, so I don’t know who is more Force sensitive than whom. I have heard of some people that had high force sensitivities, but I don’t know if they were higher than yours or not. I just know they were high. No one probably compared them with a Sith, but who knows.

I don’t know why it is so impossible for anyone to be more Force sensitive than you. I still don’t get how you can be one hundred percent sure that there is no one that is more force sensitive than you. Well, Mr. Vader, I’m not arguing with you. I’m not trying to say that there IS someone more force sensitive than you. I’m just asking you how you know. I don’t know anything about it….so I was just wondering how you were so sure. I know that you would kill anyone that was force sensitive, especially if they were more force sensitive than you.

Huh? Why did you say, “You’re acting like you’re more Force sensitive than I am, and that’s a stupid move for you to make.” How am I acting like I’m more Force sensitive than you? Where did you come up with that? I never claimed to be more Force Sensitive than you, and I never said I was even Force sensitive (which I’m not). Even if I did have even a tiny bit of Force sensitivity I would not go tell you. That would be stupid. I know that you’d kill me, so I have no idea where you came up with that. So what are you talking about? I’m really confused. What were you referring to? Were you talking about in my letters to you or in the battle? I’m really confused. I was NEVER trying to act like I was more Force Sensitive than you. I think it’s all in your head. You are just looking for a reason to prove how Force sensitive you are.

I wasn’t trying to act like I was smart. I was just trying to give you my opinions. You’re full of yourself. You think everyone cares about what you think and that everyone else’s actions revolve around you.

And I wasn’t trying to insult you when I said that other people could be Force Sensitive or intelligent too. How was I insulting you about it? All I was trying to do was prove a point. I won’t call you stupid any more, okay. Just please stop bragging about your force sensitivity and intelligence levels.

All right, I’ll tell ALL my friends what your name is. I bet they’ll think your name is stupid too. Whatever.

LOL. You’re going to go tell the Emperor that a boy you’ve been writing had to do a research project which involved stuff from the Old Republic? Do you think he’s actually going to care? Go ahead and report me to him. I could care less. Go ahead and say that some boy you know named Andrew Smith had to do a school project on a Jedi Knight. I don’t think he would really care. I know it’s against the law and everything, but the Emperor is in charge of the entire Empire. I’m sure that he has more important things to consider. Besides that, if you went and tried to find me, you’d also have to hunt down my teacher (which I’m not telling you what school I go to), plus all my other classmates, because we were ALL assigned Old Republic stuff. Good luck.

Well since there is only one Jedi left (that I know of) named Obi-Wan Kenobi, I assume that’s who you were referring to. Just because he’s the only Jedi left you’re saying mean things about him. Stop it. He’s a great man.

You know it’s true. You know you’re the cruelest person ever to have lived, and you just can’t take the blame yourself….so you’re putting it on others.

I’m really sorry for insulting you, okay. Just please don’t go after him. Go after me instead. I can take it. Obi-Wan’s old and he doesn’t deserve to have you kill him. The poor guy had to experience the terror of almost being killed by you. Quit putting the blame on other people and accept the fact that you’re the meanest person who ever existed, and if you can’t take it then maybe you shouldn’t be so mean.

I’m still alive.

I can’t stand you. You killed Biggs, my parents, Wedge’s parents, all the Jedi, all of those pilots, and so many other people. You tried to kill Ben, Leia, my uncle, and my grandfather.

Bye.


Andrew Smith
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Note 10
Andrew Smith,

I've learned more about you than you've told me, but I won't tell you what I know, because there is no way you'll believe it. Also, because of what I discovered about you, I'm not telling the Emperor anything about you, so be happy about that.

Obi-Wan is NOT a 'great guy' like you said he is. He's the stupid reason I'm in this suit and mask. If it won't for HIM I wouldn't have to wear it. He's NOT the great guy you think he is. Go ahead, ask him what I'm talking about, I'm sure he'll come up with some stupid lie to cover it up.

Hello, if you haven't noticed, I'm a SITH, and Siths use the Force like the Jedi, so I DO know if the most Force sensitive and the highest intelligent go together! Go AHEAD, ask him and tell me his reply, because I know I'm right (and it doesn't take the smartest person to know that).

Ok, so what if I'm mean, you have yet to meet the true me, then you'll know just how MEAN I am!!

So, your friend is Han Solo, thank you for telling me that. By the way, the spinning from being shot wasn't as bad as you think, it was like a new way to travel! Yes, I know the Death Star is destroyed, but I'm not worried about it, because I never designed it! Yes, some guy named Count Dooku did when the Clone Wars began. Ask Obi-Wan that too!

Why should I stop bragging about my Force sensitivity and highest intelligences, because you know it's true!

Have you ever heard of the Chosen One (again ask Obi-Wan)? Well, the Chosen One HAS to have the MOST Force to balance the Force, and I'm the Chosen One, so therefore I have the most Force sensitivity! Think about it, and ask Obi-Wan. I'm NOT lying.


Darth Vader
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Note 11
Darth Vader,


Okay, let’s see? Where should I start? Well I told everyone that I knew what your real name was. This is everyone’s response that gave a response to it:

Mon Mothma (a Rebel leader who used to be a Queen of some planet in the Old Republic…really IMPORTANT to the Rebellion.) said: “Vader told you his real name was Nigel Reklaw? That is SO funny! I can't believe he would, one tell you his real name and two have his real name as that. By the way, he's been writing to me and he ordered me to tell you to stop insulting him, or else he'll kill you, and you want to know what I said? I told him that I wouldn't stop you from insulting him (because he deserves every piece of it), and I would continue insulting him myself!! He HATES that, but it's SO funny to do. So, I think anyone that is writing to him is insulting him. I would hate to be Vader.”

Bail Organa (head of the Rebellion) said: “Ha! Vader's name is Nigel Reklaw!! I would never have guess!”

Summoner (my grandfather) said: “Vader's name is Nigel Reklaw? I would have NEVEr guessed!!!”

Shmi Skywalker (person in charge of Rebel Registration) said: “Vader's name, Nigel Reklaw, I would have NEVER guessed!!! That's funny.”

That’s everyone that said anything about your stupid name. See, they all think it’s a stupid and funny name too. You had no right to laugh at the name Andrew Smith when your name was Nigel Reklaw. So there…you wanted to know what everyone’s responses were when I told them your name…now you know.

You said that you’ve learned more about me than I have told you. Well let’s see…let me guess…you learned that I was the one that blew up the Death Star, and that my real name wasn’t Andrew Smith. I figured you would find out eventually, but I knew that you would be after me even more once you found out that I blew up your little toy and ruined all your plans. I know that you hate me and want me dead. I bet that you found out that my name was Luke Skywalker (which isn’t even my legal name). You probably got a Death Star report with my name on it. Let me guess that you also went and got a file on me so that you could find out about me so you could kill me. Well let me tell you something…if you found a file with the name Luke Skywalker on it, you looked at the wrong file! LOL. So whatever you “learned” about me is all wrong, because “Skywalker” is not my legal last name. I don’t know what you were referring to (either that you learned that I blew up the Death Star, or you learned my name) when you said that you wouldn’t tell me what you learned about me because I wouldn’t believe it. Well I DON’T believe that you found my real file because you don’t know what my legal last name is.

What? You said, “Also, because what I discovered about you, I’m not telling the Emperor anything about you, so be happy about that.” Um…I’m wondering if you DID discover my real name. You probably learned that I was an orphan that lived with my uncle on the most boring planet in the entire galaxy….and realized that I was from a very poor family and realized that your “telling” on me for learning about the Jedi would be stupid. Thank you for realizing that.

Obi-Wan is too a great guy. He’s the only Jedi Knight left, thanks to YOU. He’s very wise, and he has been very kind to me. Okay, it was Obi-Wan that you got in a fight with when you fell into that lava pit? Well good for him. I’m glad he was the one that put you into your miserable existence. You just twisted the story to make it sound the way you wanted it to. Obi-Wan told me how you and Emperor Palpatine murdered all the Jedi. I bet when you tried to kill Obi-Wan, he fought back, and he didn’t want to let you kill him, so he fought his best and you ended up falling into a lava pit…so it was YOUR fault, not his. Although I have not known Obi-Wan very long, he is someone that I truly respect and look up to. I’ll see what he says, but I’m sure that I’m close to what REALLY happened. You’re the one that tried to fight him by a lava pit. It’s not like Obi-Wan would have done it out of cruelty, I’m sure he didn’t do it on purpose. He’s not that kind of person…and I’m sure he wouldn’t do something to hurt someone even as cruel as you.

I know you’re a Sith. (Although you seem to have very deep feelings about things…and you seem to care when people hurt your feelings or hurt you in anyway…like holding a grudge against Obi-Wan because you fought him and ended up falling in a lava pit because Obi-Wan didn’t just LET you kill him.) Obi-Wan also told me that the Sith use the Force too, so I understand that you are Force Sensitive. All right, all right…I asked Obi-Wan about the high Force sensitivity/highest intelligent thing…and he did seem to confirm what you had said about high Force sensitivity and high intelligence, and how they do go together. Well I didn’t know that until he told me. Okay, this is what Obi-Wan said, “Yes, I would say if you're the most Force sensitive person in the galaxy, you're be very smart, because you'll learn quickly, have swift reflects, and many other things so that is why Vader is bragging about it.” Well sorry, I don’t happen to take evil people on their word unless someone I trust backs it up.

I have heard many horror stories about how you kill people. I don’t need to meet the true you to find out how mean the true you is.

Yes, my friend is Han Solo. I shouldn’t have told you his name…that was my mistake, but I’m sure you received a list of the names of the people who did stuff in the battle, and you would have found it out on the list anyway. So you enjoyed spinning out of control? Okay, whatever.

So you’re not the one that designed the Death Star? Why were you bragging about it then? You were stupid to say you designed the Death Star when some guy named Count Dooku did. Who is Count Dooku anyway? I’ve never heard of him. You said he designed them at the beginning of the Clone Wars? I don’t know much about the Clone Wars. I’ll have to ask Obi-Wan that too.

Actually I DON’T know whether you are the most force sensitive or intelligent person in the galaxy. I’m really confused about it. Obi-Wan never told me anything about any Sith’s Force sensitivity, so I’m going to have to ask him again. Something Obi-Wan said confused me.

No I’ve never heard of the Chosen One. I will definitely ask Obi-Wan that too. You said that the Chosen One is to balance the Force? What does balancing the Force mean? (Not that you’re the one to ask). You say that the Chosen One would have to be the most Force Sensitive person to balance the Force? From what I can guess…that would mean getting rid of all the Sith forever or something. Is that what it means? If so, why in the galaxy would you call yourself the Chosen One when you ARE A SITH? You don’t make any sense. How do you KNOW you’re the Chosen One?

I have one more question for you. I assume you’re looking for our new base (if we have one…you don’t even know whether we do or not), so what are you doing in efforts to find us (if anything)? Can you tell me…are you sending out any of your probe droids anywhere? If so, where have you sent them? I’m just wondering.


Luke Skywalker

(Author Note: That is what balancing the Force means. That’s what I thought it meant…getting rid of the Sith forever, but George Lucas SAID that that’s what it meant too. I just watched the beginning part of my ANH tape where George Lucas talked about episode 2. I had skipped that part of the tape before because I knew it talked about episode 2, and I wanted to stay away from everything having to do with episode 2. Anyway, he said in that when Vader killed Palpatine in ROTJ, he balanced the Force by getting rid of the Sith forever. So I was right about what I thought it meant. Of course in our story, no one knows what it means yet.)
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Note 12
Andrew Smith,

I know what I know because I am many times older wiser than you shall ever become. And your puny friends may laugh all they wish, but my name is a proud and ancient one, and furthermore,I shall have the last laugh when I see them grovel before me, begging for a quick death!

As for being a Sith, you are a fool if you think my sole ambition is to grovel before the Emperor as his lackey.

I shall leave you with these thoughts, as it is getting late and I need my beauty rest.


Yours,
Darth Vader
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Note 13
Darth Vader,

Okay whatever. So you think you’re many times older and wiser than me? Well it’s true you may be a lot older than me (in fact it’s almost my birthday, and I’m almost 20.), but that doesn’t mean you’re wiser than me. Being older does not necessarily make you wiser! I think I have a lot of wisdom, but I’m not going to brag about it because I don’t know if I am wiser than you. Be careful what you assume.

And how can you say that you’re many times older and wiser than I will ever become. You say you’re human. I am too. How old are you? I bet you I’ll live until I’ m at least ninety. So unless you’re not human, and you’re like 150 years old or something, I’ll be as old as you are some day.

How do you know how wise I am, or how wise I will become eventually. You have no clue. You just feel that you have to be better than everyone in EVERY area. You’re going to be wrong some day.

I don’t care whether your name is a proud and ancient one. All I was doing was trying to show you shouldn’t have called the name Andrew Smith dumb before considering your own name (Nigel Reklaw.) And I hate to disappoint you, but we Rebels are not weak. We’re not going to grovel before you to beg for a quick death. We are courageous, and we will do our duty to serve the Rebellion. We will never betray it.

If your sole ambition isn’t to grovel before the Emperor as his lackey, what are your ambitions?

I would write a lot more, but I’m sick and I don’t feel like saying anything more to your stupid self. I know you know where our new base is because I heard about the probe droid that was destroyed, and our computers detected your fleet’s presence. You know, that was stupid of you for coming out of hyperspace so close to our planet. Didn’t you know we’d detect it? Or were you too stupid to think that? And you call yourself the most intelligent person in the galaxy?

Anyway, while I was looking for life forms as part of my job, a Wampa ice creature attacked me and dragged me to its home. I cut off it’s arm and escaped, but by that time there was a bad storm, and I got lost. I almost died, but my friend saved my life, but I ended up almost freezing. I also came down with pneumonia. As you can imagine, I don’t really feel like spending any more time writing you.


A person that can’t stand you,
Luke


PS Why did you continue to call me Andrew Smith after you found out my real name? I’ll keep going by it if you want to call me that. I don’t care.
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Note 14
Luke,

I don't think, I know. You would be wise to follow your own advice and not make any assumptions about me.

I knew "Andrew Smith" was a fake name, which is why I called it dumb. It was a ruse to make you come clean with your real name. I have spies throughout the empire, so I know a lot of things that you wouldn't imagine me knowing!

For instance, my coming out of hyperspace was NOT a dumb idea,as you called it. It was my way of determining the extent of your rebellion's detection system and battle strength. I hate to admit it, but I am impressed with the quick response.

I also knew about your illness. I am sorry to hear that, and hope that you will recover soon. You have proved a worthy opponent when you destroyed the Death Star and eluded me. It is a great detriment to me and the Empire that you are not on our side.

I even know about the Wampa ice creature that attacked you. My collegues saw to it that creature won't harm you again.

As for my ambitions, that is for me to know and you to find out, if you dare.

I do care about my name, and I am very proud of my heritage. You should be proud of yours, for it is all you have when you were born.

Do get plenty of rest and get well. I would love to have another opportunity to croos sabers with you.


For the Empire!
Darth Vader
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Note 15
Darth Vader,

Even with all your mightiness, you do not know everything. You barely even know me, so you have no way of saying with absolute certainty that you’re wiser than I’ll ever be. Hey, I’m not trying to brag about my intelligence, and all my other qualities like you are. I admit I don’t know that much about you, but I don’t want to either. I know that you are a Sith who uses the force for evilness and kills people for stupid reasons. That’s all I need to know.

If you knew the name “Andrew Smith” was a fake name, why didn’t you say so? You came to my house and kidnapped my grandfather, and you tried killing him along with my uncle and my friend Leia….and my friend Obi-Wan. And by the way, how in the galaxy did you know I was using a fake name? There’s no way you could have known, unless you have some spy working for you. I didn’t think you knew my real name, so I thought that if you tracked my name, you wouldn’t be able to find me. Okay, so you admit it was a spy. Guess what, Bail and Mon Mothma are on the lookout for your stupid spy. I showed Mon Mothma your letter, and she thinks you’re a mad man!

You’re stupid if your intent was to capture our base, and then you did some kind of test to see how quickly we would detect you? Didn’t you think that might ruin your plans of taking our base down? The Rebellion is always ready for an Imperial attack. You’re impressed with us? I find that hard to believe…you being impressed with anything.

If you think you can sweet talk me into joining the Empire or something, you have another thing coming. I’m never ever going to help out the Imperial Navy. I imagine that you would like me to be in your navy because of what I did to your play toy (your Death Star.) I have no idea why you acted like you actually cared about me in your last letter (except because you wanted to join your navy or something.) I find it really hard to believe that you would try to protect me…when you killed my parents. You know, I never even knew them because YOU KILLED THEM. I don’t believe that you would kill the Wampa creature that hurt me. That would be a waste of your Imperial troops, and time. You wouldn’t do anything for anyone else.

How can you express your concern for me when I was sick? That’s sickening…I mean you have done so many terrible things to the galaxy and you expect me to believe that you wanted me to get better?

Just so you know, I’m fully recovered now, and I’m fine. Wait…you think I am a worthy opponent…because I was able to blow up your Death Star and elude you? I suppose that humbled you because you didn’t believe anyone would ever be able to come against you. But if you think that’s going to make me resign from the Rebellion and join the Empire, you are very wrong. I will continue to oppose the evil thing called the Empire. You could kill everything that has ever hurt me, and I still wouldn’t leave the Rebellion. That’s what you’re trying to get me to do, isn’t it? You certainly wouldn’t be able to genuinely care for a person who you barely know, and who has no connection to you.

If you will not tell me your ambitions, they must be too embarrassing to admit. Don’t you feel guilty about everything you have done to the galaxy? Don’t you have some kind of human quality about you?

My friend Mon Mothma told me something very interesting. She told me you were once a slave. I know of another person that was a slave, a person I did a report on, a Jedi, and that person was a much better person than you ever were. That person took their slave experience and did something good with it, but you…you’ve caused pain to so many. Doesn’t that bother you? I mean, as a former slave, I’m sure you were hurt in your past. How could you bring that same hurt to millions of innocent citizens throughout the galaxy? I hope you’re feeling REALLY bad right now, because you should be. Think about all the evil things you have done. I want you to suffer for all that you have inflicted on others.

Thanks to you, I don’t know very much about my heritage. I know that I am from a poor moisture family, whose father (Alex Skywalker) and mother (Padmé ) were killed by you. You questioned them about something you thought my parents had, and they didn’t have it, and you murdered them. My father was a Jedi Knight who was raised in the Jedi Temple, but he knew this guy I was doing the report on (Anakin Skywalker), and they were like best friends. When my father came to visit the rest of my uncles and grandfather, he would meet with his friend Anakin, and they would race each other…this pod racing stuff that they used to have on my planet (Tatooine). That’s all I know about my parents, and my uncle and grandfather loved my father so much that it hurts them to talk about him. That’s why I don’t know any more about my parents or my heritage. If you hadn’t killed my parents, I would actually know my heritage. I have never even seen pictures of my parents.

Well when I’m done doing what I’m doing right now, I would gladly cross sabers with you.

I have to go wash up now.


For the Rebellion,
Luke

PS I know you’re chasing the Millennium Falcon right now. Are you enjoying it? Lots of asteroid fun, right. You’ll never find us; we disappeared on you.


PSS How did you enjoy the battle on Hoth? I thought it was fun. You might have tough, high tech machinery, but when we used our brains, we found a way to trip your Walkers with tow cables. Oh, I guess the Empire is now down a few Walkers. Too bad.
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Note 16
Luke,

You are right, I am chasing the Falcon as I am writing this. And when we catch up with it, the occupants will not have a prayer! There are reasons for the things I do, and it's not for you to know them. Contrary to what you may think, I do not dispatch my enemies without a purpose. I have my methods, and they are used for a reason. It's just that I underestimate my powers at times.

Yes, I was once a slave, I guess that's why I sometimes use force that's a little... excessive. I want to make it clear to all that any attempt to enslave me again would be a VERY costly mistake.

I enjoyed the battle on Hoth. I always enjoy a good battle, even though it cost me a Walker or two. I can always make more machines. But if you must know, Luke, the best kind of battle I like to engage in is good old hand-to-hand, mano-y-mano combat. That to me is when a warrior truly shows his skills.

It gladdens me to know you'd love to cross sabers with me. I well look forward to it. Just be sure you are up to it, for I expect you to be as worthy an opponent as I suspect you are.

It is getting late, and it's time for my lunch break to end. Take care, young Luke, for you have yet to meet yourgreatest challenge!


For the Empire!!


Darth Vader
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Note 17
Vader,

Why are you chasing the Millennium Falcon? Why can’t you just leave us alone? We have done nothing to you, and you have done so much wrong to us.

From your letter, I can guess that you know that I’m not on the Millennium Falcon. Very well, I will acknowledge that. I am somewhere that you’ll never find me, and you know what I’m doing? Yoda and Obi-Wan are training me to become a Jedi Knight. Once I’m fully trained, I can go after you, and I can take you down…something no one has been able to do before. You have killed so many Jedi…someone needs to take you down…and I’ll have the training to do it. I want to see if I can try to defeat the person who killed my father.

You are so mean! Why do you want Han and Leia so much? They’re the only ones in the Millennium Falcon, and why do you want them so badly? Why do you feel so much hate against them? You wrote, “And when we catch up with it, the occupants will not have a prayer!”

You may have “purposes” in destroying a person’s life, but those purposes do not justify an immoral act. Every sane person knows that killing is wrong…and that there is no justification for the stuff you do. Mon Mothma told me that you are insane and that you have no perspective anymore. I believe her. I didn’t think anyone like you could ever have a perspective anyway.

I’m glad that you can admit once being a slave. I didn’t know if you’d be able to. Mon Mothma told me you grew up on Tatooine. That’s hard for me to believe. I also know the guy I did a report on was also from Tatooine…and that you were both slaves. Mon Mothma said the two of you were not alike at all, and that you were all evil, and Anakin was warm-hearted. (Anakin was Mon Mothma’s husband, by the way). I bet you and Anakin got into fights often then, or were you on separate sections of the planet?

LOL, Vader, I don’t think you have to worry about ANYONE trying to enslave you. You have made the entire galaxy SCARED of you, so I don’t know who would try to make you a slave. Besides that, why would they want you as a slave? You’re so cruel and unpleasant.

I’m glad you liked the Hoth battle. As I said before, it was fun tripping your Imperial Walkers. You like hand to hand battle the best? Well I’ve never done any hand-to-hand battle, but I intend on doing that as soon as I’m done with my training. It seems to me as if you enjoy finding out what your opponent is capable of doing…as if you like challenges.

I like challenges to, so I will be more than happy to fight you. I WILL be up to fighting you…trust me. You don’t scare me. I promise you that I will be a worthy opponent. You will find that I am full of surprises. You’ll probably think you can beat me easily. I hope to prove that wrong.

You have a lunch break? That’s funny. Did you just make that up, or do you seriously have a lunch break? How do you eat and drink with that mask? I have always wondered that. And how do you go to the bathroom?

Oh, and by the way, I told Mon Mothma a little of what you said to me and she said that she thinks you’re cooking something up, and that she’s going to find out. I just thought you might like to know that because I think you’re up to something too.

By the way, how did you like it that you lost the Millennium Falcon? Han and Leia told me ALL about how they outsmarted your fleet. They’re far away from your fleet, so I don’t think you’re going to find them. :)


Luke
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Note 18
Luke,

If I left you alone, you and your pesky Rebellion would mess everything up. What, you think I have nothing better to do than chase a bunch of mismatched rebels, namely an overbearing thief, a princess without a throne, a growling rug,a trash can, a golden girlie-bot, a Jedi wannabe, and an old fool who doesn't have the common sense to stay dead?? I'd rather be home planning other things, like... well, never mind, none of your business anyway.

You need to learn, my boy, that sometimees you have to be tough in this world, you may yourself get destroyed. I do things for a purpose, that is all you need to concern yourself with. Yes, I was on that backwoods planet Tatooine, and you'll know soon enough that it's a place less talked about! As for worrying, I'm not the least bit worried. My plans are falling into place nicely. The Empire's scared of me? Good! They should be!

So the old relic Yoda is still alive, is he? I'm glad to hear that he has taken you on as a pupil. Yes, I know of your training. Don't worry, I wouldn't dream of interfering. I'm actually proud of you, and hope you grow stronger in all things. Now I am certain that you shall make an excellent challenge for me. I do love a challenge. Scaring and beating the rebels can be so boring.

My suit is capable of being adjusted for whatever I need done. It's really quite versatile. And yes, I DO eat!

Learn well, and take care that the swamp's humidity doesn't flare up your illness. I want you in top shape when next we fight.


For the Empire!!!


Darth Vader
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Note 19
Darth Vader,

Oh, wouldn’t it be a shame if we rebels messed up your plans? An um…excuse me but those are my FRIENDS you’re talking about. Han Solo is not an overbearing thief. He saved my life twice. I think he is a loyal friend. Leia may not have a throne, but she is Bail Organa’s daughter. He’s in charge of the Rebellion, and he is the rightful ruler of Alderaan. I’m sure you already know this. Chewie is not a rugh…and R2-D2 is not a trash can. Do you know that he is much better built than the modern droids? He is the one that helped me in the Death Star battle. C-3PO, although he can be annoying at times, is not a golden girlie-bot. He is helpful and has been loyal to our cause. Obi-Wan is NOT AN old fool. He is a great man!

Actually, I wouldn’t put it passed you to follow us around. How come you seem to know so much about all of us, if we are of so little interest to you? I’ll also have you know that Leia just wrote me, and I know that you are torturing my friends. Cut it out, and I mean it. You want a fight; you have one coming.

Yoda and Obi-Wan are trying to get me to stay, but I felt Leia and Han’s pain, and it’s making me physically sick. Why are you so mean and cruel? I know your plan is to kill them, but you better watch out because I’m coming. I won’t let you kill them, you big, mean, horrible, no good, very bad, creep!

I’m not trying to pretend like I know everything or that I’m the most important person in the galaxy (like you are doing). I realize that I might get killed sometime. I accept that though. What purpose do you have to senselessly torture people? How can you do such a thing to a human? Doesn’t it bother you, even in the smallest amount?

Well, excuse me, Mr. Vader, but I grew up on Tatooine too. I know all about it. If I want to talk about it, I will.

What is your stupid “Plan” that you’re telling everyone about? We would all really like to know.

Yoda is still alive, yes. And he is doing quite well. I’m sure he could take you down any day. How in the galaxy did you know I was on Dagobah? You REALLY are taking an interest in me because I haven’t told that many people. Who told you of my training? Is it your spy that everyone’s been hearing about recently? A guy by the name of Arawn Corta? How could you be glad that Yoda’s training me? Don’t you realize that you are my enemy, and that the more training I get, the more likely I’ll be able to defeat you? You say you’re proud of me. How could you be proud of me? That’s silly. I’m your enemy. Or do you want me to “grow stronger in all things” so that I can be more of a challenge to you? You make no sense to me. I give up trying to understand you.

Okay so you can adjust your suit to eat and drink? That’s interesting, Vader.

I am catching on to everything Yoda has been teaching me, but unfortunately I’m going to have to interrupt my training because of what you’re doing to my FRIENDS. And how did you find out that I have asthma? I’ve never even mentioned it to you, or said a word about it. I REALLY don’t like the fact that you seem to know so much about me. Keep your distance from me until I fight you. And just so you know, I’m doing fine, and my asthma’s not acting up that much. It has a little, but I have an inhaler, and it’s helped a lot. I guarantee that I will be in top shape when I fight you. Don’t worry about that.


Luke Skywalker

PS Obi-Wan has also told me that you were NOT an evil child when you were little. I can’t imagine that. He said you were sweet. I find that hard to believe, but if he said so, then you must have been nice at one time. Since you were so sweet when you were younger…what happened?
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Note 20
Luke,

How sad that you must interrupt your training for your friends. I do hope you've attained enough strength and power to be a suitable opponent. Considering who you are, I doubt if I'll be disappointed in you. Don't worry, all will be revealed to you soon. So do try not to get yourself worked up. I do have enough medical knowledge to know that stress can induce asthma, and I want you in top shape for our...meeting.

I'm afraid your friends are not very strong. Except for Leia. Her delicate looking form is quite decieving. She has held up for quite a while. I doubt if I'll get much out of her, but then, it passes the time until you arrive.When I interrogate Leia, something in me wishes she'd fight back. I love a woman with spirit. Please do hurry. Perhaps you may even save her.

Actually, it does bother me a little to do these "necessary" things like pillage and torture. I'd much rather fight with someone who fights back. In times like these I wish the Emperor would give me a REAL challenge! I'm wasting my talents here! Give me a good saber fight any day. That's one of the reasons why I'm so eagerly awaiting your arrival. it would be a pleasure to cross sabers with you.

As for my sources of information? That's for me to know and you NEVER to find out!

Well, time to go see to Leia. Maybe I'll see if she can handle a light saber. There's enough anger in her to be almost as much a challenge as you are :o)

For the Empire!

Darth Vader
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Note 21
Vader,

Don’t give me that. I know you planned torturing them on purpose, so that I would LEAVE my training to go “rescue” them, and so you could fight me. I don’t mind fighting you, though. It’s been something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. But how dare you use my friends in that manner…as bait. You HURT them.

As you can see from our fighting so far, I have attained a sufficient level of strength and power. I hope that I am giving you the challenge you’re looking for. You’ll find I’m full of surprises.

I know you tried to put me in that pit. You said, “All too easy,” but I flipped out of it, and was still able to fight you. You are tough, but I am decent at this fighting thing, I think. You haven’t killed me yet.

What do you think of my fighting? Am I the challenge you were hoping for?

When we were in that room with the big window, you started throwing those big pieces of equipment at me. I got pretty banged up from that (those pieces of equipment are heavy), but I was able to hit some of them, and none of them really hurt me that badly.

But then I got blown out of that window. I know you were trying to kill me, but you can’t kill me that easily. I was able to grab onto the side of the building and pull myself up. I didn’t end up falling that great of a distance. I know it didn’t take you long to find me.

I am NOT beaten, like you keep telling me. I will continue to resist you until my death. When we were fighting on that narrow ledge, I hit my lightsaber across your shoulder. Did that hurt? You sounded like you were in pain. I don’t think it did much damage to you, though, because you recovered from it quickly. But then you tried to cut off my arm! Luckily I was standing near the edge of the platform, and when you had that piece of equipment fall, I turned to look at it. When I did, I took a step backwards and lost my balance.

I know you were about to cut off my arm, because your lightsaber was so close to my arm that the heat of it burned it.

Anyway, as you could probably tell, the fall was long, and painful. I landed on my arm wrong, and I’m almost sure it’s broken. I hope you can read this letter…I’m trying to write it with my left hand (I’m right handed, but that’s the arm I hurt.)

But I dropped the lightsaber when I fell. You picked it up and clipped it to your own belt. How can you do that? That is my only weapon; I have no other way of defending myself against you. I can’t really fight anyway, because of my arm…but I will fight if I need to. But can’t you please just leave me alone? You’ve had your fun. If you’re going to kill me, just get it over with. Please…I’m hurt.

Can I ask something small of you? Will you please give me my lightsaber back? It belonged to my father…and it’s the only thing I have of his…it’s my only connection to him I have. I know you killed him and everything (Obi-Wan told me that), but I never knew my father. That’s the reason I’m asking for the lightsaber back. Please?

What did you mean when you said, “Don’t worry, all will be revealed to you soon.” What? That you were trying to kill Han and Leia, setting them up as bait for me. Is that what you meant? You’re a horrible monster!

If you were so worried about my stress level, then why in the galaxy did you kidnap my friends and use them as bait? Yes, sometimes when I’m stressed I do get asthma attacks, but usually I can handle my stress fairly well, and it isn’t a problem.

As I told you in my last letter, before we started fighting, I was in top shape for the fight…(until now because of my arm). Anyway, I came into the fight fine.

And as for my friends, what have you done with them? When I landed here, the place was quiet, until I got into the main part of the palace…that’s when I saw the stormtroopers, Boba Fett, a guy I didn’t know, and Leia being led through that door. They were pushing some kind of table. Where’s Han? What did you do with him? And where did they go? Obviously I didn’t see where they were led because they went into that door (the one next to the where we started our fight), and when I got to the door, it was shut and locked.

Leia told me you were torturing Han and her without asking any questions. You knew I’d feel it through the Force, didn’t you? In a Jedi vision. You’re cruel, Vader. Don’t do anything else to them. They’ve never done anything to you…but look what you’ve done to them!

You set the whole thing up for your selfish need to fight someone hand to hand, didn’t you? You’re evil. I don’t like you. You hurt REAL people, just so you could have a good challenge. That isn’t right.

Oh come on, everyone here knows that your source of information is a guy named Arawn Corta. We’re on to that. Did you know he ordered stuff from our family business…my uncle and aunt’s? He was asking me a bunch of weird questions then, but I didn’t know he was a spy. No wonder he takes so much interest in people.

And why would you go see if Leia could handle a lightsaber? I thought only Force Sensitive people could train with them…and I don’t think she’s Force sensitive. Obi-Wan’s been writing her too, but he hasn’t said a word about it. I don’t think she is. Go pick on someone your own size instead of her. Leave her alone!



Luke


PS I know you’re coming for me right now. I can see you going down to my level. Leave me alone, please. You’ve had your fun.
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Note 22
Luke,

You'd be wise to sit down as you read this, for what I am about to reveal is going to shock you beyond belief. I have been dying to tell you this for a long time, but I felt it'd be best if you were more prepared. And now at last you are.

Luke, I am very proud to say that you ARE my own son! I cannot believe how well you have grown, physically as well as with the Force. You remind me so much of myself in my youth. You have your mother's beautiful eyes. At times like this I almost curse the day I joined the dark side, for it kept me from watching you grow into the young man you are now. If not for the Dark Side, instead of fighting you, I'd be taking you into my arms and embracing you tightly with all the love I could muster. Curse that Obi Wan for hiding you from me!

I learned from my spy that you were raised by my brother Owen. Did he treat you well? I cannot believe he tried to keep you from taking your rightful place among the stars, following my footsteps as any son would want to do. I guess he was afraid you'd go into the Dark Side like I did.

You may wonder why I joined the Dark Side. Well son, I was drawn by its power, and when I learned that Darth Maul had a contract against the Jedi knights, I thought if I went to the Dark Side I would become even stronger and survive any attack against me. I got stronger, but at a price. My mind and heart were clouded with darkness, any hatred I had was magnified 500 times. I think it was worth the sacrifice.

I regret not being there to raise you, my son. But now I wish to make up for it, and I would gladly take you under my wing and show you what the Force is really capable of. Join me, Luke, and I will make you stronger than you ever realize. As the last two Jedi Knights, there is no end to what we can accomplish!


Your proud father,
Darth Vader
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Note 23
Darth Vader,

So you’re my father? How is that POSSIBLE? Do you have any proof?

Well the Force is kind of telling me that you’re telling the truth, but I’m still not sure about it. I might be just imagining it. I need proof, Vader.

How do I know you’re not just making it up so that I will want to join you?

And if you ARE my father, then who is my mother?

Mon Mothma said she knew your ex-wife, but that you slept with my mother so that you could have a Force Sensitive child. Is that true? I want you to tell me the truth. You raped using the Force, just so you could have a son, right?

You’re cruel and horrible……and just rotten to do that to a woman! And you had no respect for me. You want me to believe that you ever cared about me? I don’t think so.

How come you weren’t there for me when I was growing up?

You said I have my mother’s beautiful eyes. So she had blue eyes too? Oh wow…at least I know one thing about my mother.

So the Dark Side and power are more important to you than any love you might have for your son?

And you REALLy showed your love for me by beating me up like that during the fight, and wanting me to become evil.

You said, “Curse that Obi Wan for hiding you from me!” So he hid me from you? Good!!!!

When did you find out about me…that I was your son? Were you with my mother when she gave birth to me?

When’s my birthday? How much did I weigh at birth? If you’re my father, you should be able to answer this questions.

Were you married to my mother when you had me? Mon Mothma thought you might have been married a second time when you had me.

So my uncle Owen is your brother, huh? How is that possible? You told me your name was Nigel Reklaw, and my uncle’s last name is Lars (his family last name is Skywalker, but somewhere in his family line he changed his last name). Anyway, yes, my uncle treated me very well. He was like a father to me, and he raised me since I was a baby. However, my aunt abused me.

And you were once a slave, right? If my uncle was your brother, was he a slave too?

What were you like before you turned?

So you joined the Dark Side because of its power? You sacrificed everything for power? How could you be like that? Didn’t you think that you could resist Palpatine if you tried? I bet you could have.

One more thing…I AM NEVER JOINING THE DARK SIDE. Please get that through your head. I don’t care if you’re my father. You’re evil, and the Dark Side is evil. I don’t want power and darkness to eat me up, like it ate you up.

Obi-Wan and Yoda have taught me enough about the Force. If I want to learn more about it, I can always go to them.

I’LL NEVER JOIN YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Luke


PS I thought you might like to read Mon Mothma’s letter:
“Luke,

Vader told you that he was your father? I…we…he…how…this can’t be happening! It’s impossible! Vader left only one son, and he’s dead! I know it for a fact! Don’t ask how I know, I just do!

Unless…unless there was a second woman. Yes, that’s it. He was so ashamed he didn’t tell me. It all makes sense now.

You see, Luke, Vader DID have someone sleeping with him, after his first wife, most likely forcefully. You see, Vader is a very strong Sith, and his children will be very Force Sensitive, like you. Vader feels that if he had a son then the Sith line could survive after he was dead. That’s why he wants to turn you so badly.

That woman who slept with him was probably as repulsed as you were to here someone sleeping with Vader. Still, she must have loved you very much, and for your safety put you in the custody of your aunt and uncle.

Make sense? Well, all you really have to know is that just because your father is a Sith doesn’t mean that you have to be one, too. You are a wonderful Jedi, and you would make the man Vader once was very proud.

Still, find out who your mother was. Ask Vader in your letter, I doubt he’d hesitate to tell you. I’ll ask him, too, when he gets here to kill me, just to make sure I have the facts straight. And tell me who your aunt and uncle were. And…tell me how you react to the painkillers.
I don’t think you should tell many people about this. Don’t even tell Leia, not yet. Maybe once we’re all together again we can sort this out.


Mon Mothma”
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Note 24
Luke,

Look deeply into the force, and you will know the truth, my son. Or better yet, ask that old fossil Yoda or Obi Wan. If you do not trust me or the Force, at least you'll trust them. Their word and the Force will be all the proof you need. Also, I too suffer asthma. When you hear the hissing in my helmet, that's an automatic inhaler giving medications to my lungs.

I will not trick you into joining me, that decision is your own. I will, however, encourage you any way I can. The sacrifice is grweat, I will not lie, but the power is even greater! I must admit, I do at times regret going into the Dark side, but then I remember that I went to survive, and the the power reminds me how I made the right choice.

I regret having beaten you so badly. Perhaps I overestimated your strength. I forgot that you still are a mere student who has not completed his training yet. Do keep in mind, my son, that I would have done worse to you if that were my intention.

As for your mother, she told me I was dead to her, and so she is dead to me. Forgive my not revealing her name, but a woman who turns her back on her family does not deserve knowing a son as great as you. Yes, I was there when you were born, and I even held you in my arms and wondered at the great miracle that you are. My face was normal at the time, and you had raised your tiny fist and punched me in the nose, you little scamp! The next day, however, I was called on a mission which unfortuneately lead to my transformation. I was afraid then that you being with me would endanger your life, which was unacceptable. I left you with your mother so you'd be safe and grow strong, and yes, I do regret not being there for you growing up I had no idea she would give you away! Had I known she'd give you up like some puppy, I would glady have taken you with me! Perhaps then you and I would be side-by side instead of opposing each other.

That bitch aunt of yours DARED to abuse you? And your uncle did nothing to stop it? What, did she castrate him so he couldn't be man enough to stop her? I'll have their lives for this!! I assure you, my son, all involved WILL PAY for this! They will rue the day they harmed my own!!

Luke, I am a warrior of honor. Whatever kind of monster you think I am, I am NOT a rapist! Your mother and I were married, and she came to my bed willingly. I use the Force in battle, not in the bedroom. And I will not tolerate you or anyone else using the Force for anything else but for battle or self-preservation! I have eliminated many a soldier for the crime of forcing a woman to lie with him! Triple curse that dog for spreading those lies!

Great, now I'm so riled up I've steamed my lenses! I must leave for now, my son. Farewell for now.

For the Empire!

Darth Vader
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Note 25
Darth Vader,

Well it appears as if you ARE my father, but I still need to check with Obi-Wan and Yoda. I’m waiting for my mother right now though, because she wanted me to stay here until she came to see me.

That’s right; I know who my mother is. She’s the one that told me your real name, and she told me what happened…how she had to hide from you while she was pregnant. Like I said before, the Force was kind of telling me you were right, but it’s very hard for a person to admit…that Darth Vader is their father! At the end of my letter, I will give you the most recent letter from my mother.

And why would it matter whether you had asthma or not. Why would that make me more inclined to believe that you are my father? A lot of people have asthma, and they’re not related to me. That was a weak piece of proof, Vader. I don’t even know if you lied about that or not. Actually, the Rebel doctor, Dr. John Amidala, wanted to know if my father was ever sick…if he had asthma or anything. I asked a bunch of people about it. Some of them, I’m sure could have lied. Obi-Wan told me my father didn’t have asthma. You could have had it in the passed…before you had to wear that suit. I’m sure that’s possible. I’m asking my mother. I’m sure she’ll tell me. But anyway, I thought that when you fell into that pit, your entire lungs were burned…so does it matter whether you had asthma or not? Wouldn’t your whole lungs be burned anyway? Isn’t that why you wear that suit? Or am I wrong? So you still have it after you were burned? And you have an automatic inhaler giving you medications to your lungs, as you said? I don’t even know if it would make any difference whether my father had it or not. I was REALLY little when I was born, so I thought that might be why I had it, but maybe I’m wrong. How did you know I had asthma anyway? I never said a word about it until you brought it up.

What happened in that fight?

Good. You need to get it through your head: I’LL NEVER JOIN THE DARK SIDE!!!! I have already made my decision. I care nothing for power. I would actually NOT like having all that power that you think you have.

And for your information, my mother did not turn her back on her family. You hurt her very deeply. Do you know she had to hide from the man she loved? She had to give me up because she loved me and could not take care of me without compromising my safety. I also know for a fact that you lied to me. You were NOT there when I was born; you didn’t even know I existed until after I blew up the Death Star. My mother has told me this. You never knew she was pregnant. She hid from you because she didn’t want you to find out. She also told me that you got her pregnant on the first night you were married, and you had to leave the next day for a mission. You turned soon after that, so you were already a Sith by the time I was born.

And to prove my point, if you’re my father, where was I born? I expect you to tell me, since you say you were there.

And you expect me to believe that I made a fist and punched you in the nose? I don’t believe you.

I don’t like the way you were talking about my mother. She is a loving and kind person. She’s been my friend ever since I joined the rebellion, but we didn’t know we were related until I told her that you told me you were my father, and then she seemed to ask everyone she knew, and got it confirmed.

She said that I was so weak when I was born that no one thought I would survive. She gave me to Obi-Wan to find a home for, so that I could grow up in a normal home, out of danger. She gave me to my aunt and uncle because she loved me.

And yes, my aunt abused me. Please, I beg you, do NOT hurt my aunt and uncle. My uncle had no idea my aunt was doing that to me, because she did it when he wasn’t around. I never told him, so it’s my fault that he didn’t know. Don’t hurt my aunt either; I love her. I love them both. They raised me since I was a baby, and I don’t want you hurting them. They’re very dear to me. My aunt has told me that she’s trying to get help. She knows she needs help…but the reason she abused me was because her own children were all kidnapped by YOU. My aunt an uncle were like my parents to me.

It assures me to know that you’re not a rapist. I’m glad you have sexual morals, and that you would never use the Force in the bedroom. My mother told me you were married when I was conceived too, and that you did not have sex before that. Sorry for thinking that of you, but that is the only conclusion that I could draw from that note my mother wrote me. She didn’t know I was alive, and didn’t think I’d be able to be alive, so because I was your son, she drew that conclusion. Her letter did hurt me very deeply, but I understand why she said what she said.

And you do not have to worry about me using the force for the purpose either. I have very high morals, and I’m not going to have sex before marriage. I would use it as something special between my wife and me, and not for the pleasure of it. I think it would be extremely WRONG for anyone to rape someone, or to use the Force to accomplish that.

You killed soldiers and officers because they forced a woman to have sex with them? Wow…I didn’t know you felt that strongly about it. That surprises me, in a good way. I don’t agree with your killing them, but I’m glad you disapprove of it strongly.

This all gives me some hope.

My mother is NOT A DOG! How dare you call your wife, and my mother that! She should have checked her information before spreading it, but she did not do it intentionally. She truly believed that you had done that.

I know SOMEONE is lying to me. I’m trying to find out who. It’s really hard when it’s between all the people that I trust (and even ones that I don’t trust). Anyway, my mother told me that your real name is not Nigel Reklaw, but that it is Anakin Skywalker. Is that true?

If so, I did a report on Anakin Skywalker. Everyone had nothing but great things to say about him. He did so much good for the Republic, he was a great person. So many considered him such a nice person. How could you turn your back on all your friends…everyone that had thought so highly of you to become a monster? How could you betray a man that so many people loved? When I first did the report, I was amazed with what a great person Anakin Skywalker was. I was very much impressed with him…and I actually thought it would be an honor to meet him. What have you to say about that? What happened to the Anakin Skywalker that everyone cared so much about?

And why didn’t you tell me about the Royal Force thing on my mother’s side? It makes the people who have it unable to take painkillers (or they throw up and get really sick.) Why didn’t you warn me about that? Since you knew who my mother was, you should have known! You could have prevented me from getting sick. I took painkillers because of my broken arm.

And my mother gave me a japor snippet that you gave her. Did you make it? She told me you did. I want to show it to you and see what you have to say about it. I’ve enclosed it in this letter.

My mother told me her name was Padmé Amidala Skywalker. The name Mon Mothma was just a cover up.

And if you were at my birth, I suppose you could at least give me an estimation about how much I weighed, or how long I was…or something. And was there anything special about my birth? (But I know you weren’t at my birth because I believe my mother.)

My mother also told me that Shmi is my grandmother, and that my grandfather sold her into slavery when she was pregnant with you. Is that true? That’s how you became a slave and my uncles didn’t, and my father was never a slave, right.

Well I guess that’s about all I have to say. I heard that you are building a new Death Star. Why do you even bother building these killing machines?


Luke Skywalker


PS Here’s the most recent letter my mother gave me:
Luke,

Can you disregard my previous letter completely? After getting some information from Obi-Wan and Vader, I realized how wrong my facts were, and how much pain I have caused you.

I am going to tell you this right out. No more lies, no more secrets. Vader’s name was not Nigel Recklaw, but Anakin Skywalker.

Remember what I said about remembering Anakin’s good qualities no matter what bad things you hear about him? I ask that you remember now what a great man Anakin once was, what a great Jedi, father, and husband he could have been.

Yes, husband. My husband. I don’t just know Vader’s wife, I AM Vader’s wife.

And I am also…your mother.

You’re probably thinking I’m crazy right now, so let me give you some proof. You remember how I told you that I had something called the Royal Force that would make me get sick whenever I ate painkillers? Well, I take it you’re throwing up right now as well. Also, you know that japor snippet that I gave you? Ask Vader about it. He was the one that had originally made it for me.

You see, my name is not Mon Mothma, that’s just a cover-up. My real name is Padmé Naberrie Amidala Skywalker.

I honestly didn’t know about this until a few days ago when Vader and Obi-Wan wrote to me telling me this! I always thought that my little Luke had died on Tatooine, but apparently that wasn’t the case. Obi-Wan gave you to Owen and Beru so that he wouldn’t have to bear the pain of seeing you die. You were so weak, nobody suspected you might live!

After Obi-Wan found out you were alive, he vowed to hide that fact from me, in case you were ever to turn to the Dark Side like Ani did. Don’t worry, I already wrote him a very strongly worded letter expressing my feelings against his lie.


You seemed a little unclear about your father and uncle’s status on slavery? You see, your grandfather sold your grandmother into slavery while she was pregnant with your father. Anakin grew up as a slave, while his brothers were free. I think that’s part of what made him turn. Later, after Anakin was freed, your father freed your grandmother, and your grandfather begged her forgiveness. Shmi for gave him, but Anakin never did.

I’m sorry I hurt you so much in the last letter. I was dealing with learning about you for the first time as well, and I just couldn’t handle all the secrets that were being revealed. Please forgive me. Your father was never that sick, he never raped anyone. He’s still above that.

And you, you are NOT a result of anything remotely so dirty, you were a result of love, of a bond that used to exist between your father and me. And as your mother, I DO love you! I DID want you! There’s nothing I want more than to get to you and hold you close and tell you how much I love you and miss you. (Unless that would make you feel uncomfortable. I understand this is going to be hard on all of us to accept this.)

As for using the Force, it’s better if you go to Obi-Wan for that. My opinion is that your commitment against the Dark Side is strong, and I think training you as a Jedi of the Light Side would be a wonderful thing for you. Then again, that almost promises another battle between you and Vader, and it would break my heart to see you die again.

Don’t worry about Gwydion and me. We already found a way out of Arawn’s home, and are now headed towards our ship in the trees. Although I would appreciate it if you didn’t go anywhere until Gwydion and I catch up to you. I want to get to know my son.

Was I in labor for a long time? Does twelve hours count as a long time? Because that’s how long it took. Don’t worry, it’s typical for a woman to be in labor that long. After the baby is born, you can’t feel the pain anyway; you’re more worried about the baby to feel anything.

I can see how it must be frustrating to work with a Jedi Master who doesn’t seem to see your limits. It’s funny, when Anakin was training, he used to tell me how his master was holding him back, and you see to be frustrated about how your master is pushing you forward! Don’t worry, he only wants what’s best. Remember, you and Leia are our last hopes for Jedi.

Let’s see, stories about stormtroopers…there was a guy from the Rebellion once who tried to infiltrate the Empire. He actually did a pretty good job, slipping us codes and secret schedules. The Empire eventually found him, though, and executed him. There’s a memorial on one of our old bases honoring him; I don’t remember which one.

A democratic government WAS wonderful, while it existed. I know it seems like it must take a long time for a bill to become a law if it was scrutinized so much, but it’s amazing how fast work can be done if everyone is eager to do it. Most of the Republic love democracy , and would do anything to keep it.

Of course, there are always those few leaders who seemed to be running some sort of business, bribing and promoting bills that would only benefit them financially. I think that’s where all the corruption started.

I really hope if we ever get a New Republic that people can remember how corruption had almost destroyed them, and learn from their old mistakes.

You know, it’s not just blood that determines a family. It’s love. Does Lowdun Skywalker love you? That’s what makes him your great-grandfather, not some blood test.

Look just because Vader was who he was doesn’t mean that YOU’RE any different. Besides, I’ve learned to except over the years that Anakin Skywalker was dead, killed by a monster called Darth Vader. Your father’s name was Anakin Skywalker, not Darth Vader. Remember that.

You don’t need to go through such a long list if anyone ever asks you what your last name was. Your last name is Skywalker. Be proud of the man your father once was.

And you can probably see from what I’ve written so far why I’m not going to laugh at you.

You don’t have to hesitate around me when you have questions. I know you must be confused, and I’d be happy to answer any questions you have about your father, your sister, you as a baby even, anything.

When I said that I can almost hear my husband’s voice coming from your mouth, I meant Anakin, not Vader. You ARE a lot like him in some ways. He liked to race, and was a great pilot, like you. He put up with bullying very maturely, like you. When I said you shared qualities, I meant good qualities.

Han is ELEVEN YEARS OLDER THAN LEIA? And she LOVES HIM? This is NOT very comforting to a mother? Though, Han DOES seem like a good man, and I’m glad that he cares for her.

And don’t’ worry about a girl not liking you. If someone decides not to like you just because of your relation to a man you never met, then she really didn’t like you too begin with. And if it’s any consolation, I think you’re an angel.

Like I said, Gwydion and I will be out of here soon, just sit tight and don’t take any medicine.


Your mother,
Padmé
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Note 26
My dear son,

Please forgive my hasty judgement of your mother. I thought that she was spreading lies to get you to hate me even more. And I accept your apology for your hasty judgement of me. It appears we have both learned a lesson this day. And I honestly forgotten about the Royal Force side effect. Again, accept my apology for the oversight.

I mentioned my asthma because this ailment is genetic and that it may help. And yes, that battle and my fall into the lava pit did do serious damage to my lungs as well as the rest of my body. I don't quite remember the battle itself, possibly a side effect of the injuries.

I shall level with you, Luke. I was not there at the exact time of your birth, but I did hear through my... contacts, that my dear wife did have a baby. Knowing that she may not let me see the child, I slipped into the nursery and looked for the "Skywalker" name on the bassinet. That's when I picked you up, and though it was merely a baby's reflex I'm sure, you punched me in the nose. I had to quickly put you down and leave before the night nurse made her rounds.You were indeed a tiny baby, I was able to hold you in one hand, but since I had such little time I couldn't weigh you or be more specific about you. I do know, of course, that you were born on Tatooine. I blocked out the knowledge of you so that my enemies couldn't find out about you.

You are NEVER to blame for your abuse, my son, do not make that mistake! I will, for your sake, spare your uncle and aunt, but be warned that they best stay out of my sight! I may be evil, but I do not tolerate the abuse of children, especially my own.

Yes, my real name IS Anakin Skywalker. I see you're finally letting the Force guide you! Good work! As I mentioned before, I went to the Dark Side because of a promise of greater power, not realizing the consequences. And yes, I was a slave, your grandmother was right. Which was another reason for my going to the Dark Side. I was determined to not become a slave again. Forgive my brief letter, but as you have also determined, I am working on a new Death Star. You should see it, my son. It is a magnificent work of genius, and it has all the comforts imaginable! There is, among other things, a holographic training room, a meditation room to build you inner Force strength, even a simulation room that can create the exact replica of one's home planet or any planet they choose! It can even replicate your loved ones if you wish! Now if you on the Empire's side, I could give you unlimited access, even show you the fantastic weaponry.

Fare well, my son. I shall keep in touch.


Darth Vader
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Note 27
To my father Darth Vader (Anakin Skywalker),

My mother is not trying to get me to hate you, and she’s not trying to. She’s lost faith in the person you once were, though. I want you to know that. I still believe that there is still good in you, but she thinks I’m wrong to think that. You tell me if I am wrong. She wants me to love the man you once were, but she does not believe that any of your old self is left. She wouldn’t try to get me to hate you. What would be the purpose of that? I’m not going to join you anyway, and she already knows that.

I realize that sometimes asthma is genetic, but what I was trying to say in my last letter was this: just because you have asthma does not mean you have to be related to me just because I have asthma too. And that a lot of people that are not related to me have it too. That’s all I was trying to say. At any rate, I forgot…Obi-Wan actually DID say that my father had asthma, but the first time I asked him, he said you didn’t…and then in the letter after, he said you did, and that he had forgotten about it at first (which is why he said no the first time.) Your father, my grandfather, also said you had it. Do you know that he fought in the Hoth battle, even though he only had one leg? He’s been a wonderful help to the Rebellion.

And why did you lie to me AGAIN? I KNOW you never saw me when I was a baby, so give it up. It’s not going to make me turn to the Dark Side. In fact, both Obi-Wan and my mother said you never knew I existed until after the Death Star battle when your spy told you. The Emperor hid my existence from you, and so did his spy…because he wanted to kill me without your interference. Luckily, Obi-Wan saved me. And I’ll tell you, from your little story, that I have evidence that you’re lying. I was NOT born on Tatooine. I was born on Dagobah…and even Yoda, Obi-Wan, and my mother have all said that. You were not there at all. Obi-Wan took me to Tatooine later, but I don’t know whether he took me to a hospital there, or if he took me directly to my aunt and uncle. I don’t know how old I was when I was taken to Tatooine…I don’t think I was a month old yet, but I think it was pretty close to being that long after my birth. And I don’t believe that you could have blocked out the knowledge of me so your enemies couldn’t find out about me. That makes NO SENSE. How could you block out that kind of knowledge. How could you block out any kind of knowledge? It’s completely ridiculous. And even if you did go to the Tatooine hospital, you wouldn’t have found me under the name “Skywalker.” My aunt and uncle adopted me under the last name “Lars,” to protect me. Skywalker isn’t even my legal last name right now, it’s supposed to be Lars. When I joined the Rebellion, I registered under Skywalker because I knew that had been my family last name. And if you would have seen me on Dagobah, just after I was born, you would have known something else about my birth.

I also am interested in one more thing…before you became Darth Vader, did you ever use the Force in a dark way…maybe without meaning to at first? Did you ever do anything major (like killing people or something), using anger and hate? Or did you ever deceive anyone in a major way? I’m just trying to find out something. I’m trying to find out if you ever used the Dark Side before I was conceived, because of something Obi-Wan said about the Dark Side, and male off spring.

Yoda and Obi-Wan have now both admitted that you are my father, and my mother, your wife, has given me proof that she is my mother. There is no possible other way she could know about my birthmark, birthday, legs, and my birth weight. Along with the fact that my uncle even told me my birth weight long before my mother did, and they matched up, and other stuff. So I know for sure you are my father now.

I know I’m not to blame for my abuse, but I am to blame for my uncle never finding out for so long. I’ll tell them to stay out of your sight. Thank you for sparing them. You have no idea how much that means to me. And that is just another piece of proof that you still have Anakin Skywalker in you. You do not tolerate the abuse of children. Good for you. You see, you have good in you. I’m sure most evil people would enjoy seeing children abused.

I’m glad that you admit that your real name is Anakin Skywalker. But think of how much you lost when you went t the Dark Side! Your mother, my grandmother, told me you were her favorite child, and she loved you so much. My mom and Obi-Wan are going to tell her the truth about you, though. They feel she deserves to know. If you haven’t told her already, she’s going to hear it from them first. I wanted you to know that you’ll have to face the truth…and her. What’s she going to think when she finds out that her most treasured child is Darth Vader? What are you going to do?

No, father, you’re wrong. You were not once a slave. You ARE a slave. You’re a slave to Palpatine, to the Empire, and to the Dark Side. Don’t you see that? When you turned, you didn’t prevent enslavement…you became a slave again. If you thought Palpatine did something wrong, would you have the courage to face up to him, or would you go along with him?

Once you realized the consequences in going to the Dark Side, why didn’t you come back to the Light Side? I bet you could have done that. Everyone would have accepted you back.

Sorry, but I have no desire to see your new Death Star. I don’t want to see something that is meant for such destruction. And I would never join the Dark Side just so I could see your new project. How is it coming? You seem so busy with it.

While you have been on the Death Star, I have been to Dagobah again, talking with Yoda and Obi-Wan. Here’s what happened:
Okay, I got to Dagobah fine, and I didn’t get stuck in the swamp this time. Yoda and Ben were both in Yoda’s hut. I walked in and found Yoda really sick. Remember how I told you I got sick on the day before I left for Cloud City? Well, I think Yoda caught whatever it is I had….because he’s been throwing up and things for a while. He really didn’t feel very well. Ben was taking care of him. I felt so bad for getting him sick…..I don’t like getting other people sick…but I couldn’t help it. If I thought Yoda was grumpy when he’s not sick….oh man….he was REALLY grumpy when I came back.

I almost was going to leave…..but I decided that I NEEDED to know some answers, so I approached them anyway. I told them that I was back and that I didn’t turn. Obviously they were happy with that.

I said, “I’ve come back to complete my training.”

Yoda said, “No more training do you require. Already know that which you need.”

I thought that was a little weird because I knew that my training wasn’t over. I think he said that because he was sick and wasn’t in the mood to train. I know that Ben and Yoda were still a little mad that I had left for Cloud City.

Ben decided to leave the room at that point. I think he was kind of tired of taking care of Yoda…and got tired of his grumpiness.

I went up to Yoda and asked him, “Is Darth Vader my father?”

I knew Yoda heard me, but he ignored me and turned over in his bed…

I said, “Yoda, I must know.”

Finally Yoda said in a frustrated way, “Your father he is. Told you did he?”

I nodded.

He said, “Unexpected this is and unfortunate.”

“Unfortunate that I know the truth.”

“Unfortunate that you rushed off to face him…without finishing your training. I was going to tell you at the end of your training, but not until then. Not ready for the burden were you.”

I didn’t know what to say, and I felt really bad about what I had done to everyone…..so I said, “I’m sorry.”

I then asked him if I was a Jedi.

He told me, “Not yet. One thing remains…Vader.”

“But if he’s my father…I can’t kill him.”

Yoda then said he was tired and that he didn’t have time to discuss it with me, so he sent me outside to go talk it over with Obi-Wan.

I went outside and it didn’t take me long to find Ben.

The first thing out of my mouth was, “Why didn’t you tell me?”

Ben knew what I was referring to…because he had probably heard my conversation with Yoda.

Ben sat down and motioned for me to do the same. I did.

I then said, “You told me that Vader betrayed and murdered my father.”

Ben said, “From a certain point of view, yes. Anakin Skywalker was a good person….and a great friend. But he was seduced by the dark side of the force. When that happened, the good man that was your father ceased to be Anakin Skywalker and became Darth Vader.”

I then said, “since he is my father, and I have heard such wonderful things about him, there must still be some good in him somewhere. He didn’t kill me. Maybe I can turn him back to the good side.”

Ben shook his head, “You can try, Luke, but I don’t know how successful you’ll be. He’s more machine now than man, twisted and evil. I tried to get your father back to the good side just after you were born, but we got into a fight on a lava planet. He fell into a lava pit and got burns all over his body. That’s why he has to wear the mask and the suit. After that fight, he was forever changed. No maybe you can see something that I did not see. Don’t count on it too much, Luke.”

Then I changed the subject because I knew it was making him uncomfortable…and that he felt that Anakin’s turning was his fault. Anyway, I said, “I know who my mother is.”

“Why didn’t you tell her that I had at least survived? She has thought for 19 years that I was dead, and now she’s going through a lot of pain….she went through pain after my birth, and she’s going through pain now. Why didn’t you tell her that I was alive?”

Ben’s response to that was, “I didn’t know you were alive either…until you wrote me….and you told me who your uncle was. And by that time, I didn’t know that your mother was even alive. And when I found that out, I didn’t tell her because I was afraid that if something happened to you, it would hurt her more than she has already been hurt.”

I then asked Ben what happened after I was born.

Ben said, “For that to make sense, I’ll have to tell you a few things. First of all, when your mother found out she was pregnant, she hid the knowledge from almost everyone…as soon as she found out she came directly to Dagobah to tell Yoda and myself. We decided that she should keep the information secret from almost everyone…..since we weren’t sure what had happened to your father…if he was working for the Emperor or not. A couple months later, we found out that Anakin became Vader….and that’s when we REALLY hid your mother. She stayed on Alderaan with her best friend Bail Organa.”

Then Ben said, “On the day of your birth, she happened to make one of her occasional visits to Dagobah. We needed to talk to her often and talk about her child…well she surprised us by going into labor…so we took her to the medical center on Dagobah so that she could have you. Then you were born…and the doctors knew right away that you had problems with your lungs. They examined you carefully and decided that you didn’t have much of a chance to live…..because your lungs hadn’t grown enough to really function very well. You were able to breathe, but your lungs were so bad that everyone knew that you would eventually stop breathing because your lungs just weren’t able to function very well. Your mother held you and tried to keep you alive as best she could. We all took turns holding you. Yoda and I talked about what to do…because we hadn’t expected that. But something we didn’t realize was that the Empire had spies…and so did the Maurders. About few days after your birth (sometime less than a month), One of the Emperor’s servants kidnapped you from me…it was so easy because you weren’t that big…you were really tiny. While I was holding you, I was knocked out, and they kidnapped you. As soon as I woke up, I realized what happened, so I followed. I went directly to Coruscant…..but I arrived just after the Maurder. The Emperor had you in his hands and was about to kill you when the Maurder ran in and grabbed you from the Emperor. The Emperor didn’t even notice because he was so focused on being evil and killing you. The three of us got into a fight…the Maurder, the Emperor’s servant, and me. I ended up getting you back….and as soon as I did, I took you to your uncle. I knew that I had to hurry…because your breathing had gotten a lot worse…and I knew that something had to be done….because if no one had done anything you would have died. I’m not exactly sure what the people at the medical center on Tatooine did to you, but apparently whatever they did worked because you’re alive now. After I took you to the medical center (somehow they were able to keep you alive), I told your uncle about you and…after some time, he agreed to raise you. Luke, the doctors on Tatooine, and the ones on Dagobah….all of them thought that you would die…but they tried everything they could to keep you alive. I seriously thought that you would die….and that there was no way you would survive. I blamed myself for everything….for Anakin’s turning, and for my failure to keep you alive…I thought that if you hadn’t gotten kidnapped that you might have been able to survive…because you were at least at the medical center. I stayed on Tatooine and kind of kept to myself. I kept in contact with Yoda….but everything had to be done carefully because all the Jedi were being killed. I knew Anakin would want me dead if he ever found me.

After that, I left for the Tatooine. Ben left in his ship too.

Leia told me in her most recent letter that she was in trouble. You knew they were rescuing Han, right? Well Boba Fett was also at Jabba’s palace, and got suspicious of Leia. He knew she was pretending to be a male bounty hunter, but he could tell from the way she walked and moved that she was female. He alerted Jabba, and they pretended to be asleep while Leia went to Han and unfroze him.

Jabba’s now taken Leia as his slave…one connected to a chain around her neck, and Han has been put in a cell with Chewie. I must go and help them. Jabba will not spare their lives.

If you hadn’t frozen Han, we wouldn’t have to rescue him right now. But he is a friend, so I am going to rescue him right now. My mother’s here with me. She’s determined to help in the rescue. We’re waiting until night to sneak into the palace, and we’ll help them.



Anakin Skywalker’s son,
Luke Skywalker


PS Here is the most recent note from my mother:
Luke,

You have no idea how great it feels to hear (or read) you call me mom! It makes up for all the hurt I’ve had these years, knowing that I had a son like you!
I suppose Vader would want to lie to make others feel bad. Still, in that situation, he wasn’t lying. I AM a bad mother for letting all this happen! I should have… I should have protected you from Vader, kept you away from Cloud City! And Leia! I should never have let her existence slip! How could I have been so careless?
I’m glad that you forgive me, though. It warms my heart that we can really be mother and son now. I understand that you had to go to Dagobah. Just, come back soon, okay? I want to see you again.
Maybe what Yoda meant wasn’t for you to kill Vader, just for you to come to terms with him being your father. I don’t think you should kill him either, or at least not out of hate. The Empire needs to be put to an end, yes, but as far as Vader… just so he doesn’t hurt another person.
I REALLY don’t think it would be a good idea for you to go looking for Anakin. He’s gone. I know that hurts, but it’s a truth we just all have to except. Your father isn’t really here, only his body is. His heart and soul are dead.
As far as Obi-wan and I, I wrote a letter apologizing to him for my anger. After all, he’s still a great friend with good intentions, and I should have understood that before I accused him like that. I hope he forgives me. Reading your letter shows me just how wrong I was to even consider doubting Obi-wan. He went through all that for you, a baby that we never even thought would live! Thank goodness that he did, too! If the Empire had killed you… I would be so heartbroken!
You’re right, I do have a hard time realizing also that Anakin’s not there anymore. If it makes you feel better, you could right to him trying to persuade him to rejoin the Light Side. I don’t feel comfortable for you to go and confront him, though. It’s just not a good idea. He’s dangerous! He almost killed you before, and I doubt this time he will hesitate.
I suppose Vader might still have feelings for you. If he does, I don’t know how dependable they are. Remember that he has Palpatine whispering at his ear who to love and who not to love.
You’re five feet nine inches? I’m only five feet tall. I was never very tall. Even when I was queen I had to wear all those high-heeled shoes, otherwise I’d be to short to get any respect! As a child I used to drink all these growth herbs, but apparently none of them worked! I’m glad that you never got that gene, though.
Now that I think back on it, I DO remember you saying that I wasn’t allowed to have a bad day that day! I just never made that connection! Well, I didn’t have a bad day, though it could have been better if I could have celebrated it with my son! Tell you what, as soon as all this mess is cleared up, you, Leia, Wedge, and I are going out for more cake and ice cream. Who knows, maybe Leia and I will force you boys along for a shopping spree as well!
What do you mean how long were you? Do you mean how big you were? Because you were pretty small! Whenever anyone held you we had to be so careful not to hold you too tight, or too loose, whether your head was held up high enough, whether you laid in a position where you could breathe…. You were so weak then, it broke my heart!
I’m glad to hear that you’re walking all right now. Though all those years of braces must have been painful! I’m so sorry I wasn’t there for you! You’re a really strong boy, though, to have survived all of that.
You can’t even lie down on your back when you sleep? That’s serious! I’ll see if I can do some medical research, seeing if there’s anything out there that can help you.
Yes, you are a prince. It is very possible, you’re my son! Don’t worry, you’ll be a great prince, and Leia a great princess. I can see it in you. You have a wonderful heart, and a lot of courage, and I’m not just saying that because you’re my son, I mean it!
Is that you in the pictures? Is that my little Luke, growing up? I can’t believe it! Never mind the braces. Look at those beautiful eyes, that precious smile! Thank you so much for those pictures! I only wish I could have been there to watch your childhood take place, instead of looking off a picture.
Leia knows that I’m her mother? I’m glad. You’re right, she has a right to know. Anyway, I want us to be a family now. Maybe, when Anakin sees how happy we are, he’ll come back.
Anakin’s changing affected your health? Did he know that? Did he know what he did to his own son?
Somehow that doesn’t make sense, though. When you were conceived, Anakin was still of the light side. There was no way of knowing that he would turn.
Leia’s in trouble? With Jabba the Hutt? He enslaved her? Oh no! Don’t you go anywhere, Luke Skywalker, unless you feel like bringing me along too! I won’t lose my children again, especially not to scum like Jabba! Leia’s not going to be wearing that chain for long!
Wait, so you’re at Tatooine right now? I’ll be right there. I’d like to see your room, and all your childhood playthings. Don’t worry, I won’t let Jabba touch Leia either. I’m going with you, after all. Don’t bother to argue with me.
Don’t worry about my parents, they WILL accept you. At least, Dalben will (would? Is he alive? I’ve haven’t heard of anything about him yet.)
So Skywalker isn’t your grandmother’s maiden name? Your grandparents changed their names? That’s weird. Why? What was wrong with Skywalker?
In your last letter, you said that your father was a funny little boy and called me an angle, and showed off his mechanical creations. Did Obi-wan tell you that?
Anakin really WAS such a funny little boy! He created C-3PO, (you know him, right?) a pod racer, and even that japor snippet that I gave you! Yes, he carved that. It’s supposed to bring me good fortune. To have you as my son, I think it worked.
I remember when Anakin was a boy he would drag me around his tiny home, showing me all his creations. He had so much enthusiasm! His face was so bright, lighting the entire room with his bubbly personality. In that way you are a lot like him.
Vader lied to you again? Why does he keep doing that? To his own family, too! He should know by now at least that we’ve had a good connection with each other! He’s not going to get away with all those lies!
Thanks for defending me to Vader. You don’t have to, though. I’m used to his insults. It’s just another reminder that my Ani is gone.
I’m glad that you’re trying to make Vader change, but like I said before, I REALLY don’t think it’s going to do any good. Still, we’ll keep our fingers crossed.
You’re probably right not to tell Vader anything else about Leia. He knows that she’s his daughter, but… I wouldn’t want her location to be revealed or anything.
Now, lets see, stories about you at Dagobah…. Well, as Obi-wan told you, I was pregnant on Alderaan, and just happened to be on Dagobah when I went into labor. I was in the middle of having tea with Obi-wan and Yoda, and all of the sudden you kicked (crooked legs and all!) A few minutes later I went into labor with you and Leia for twelve hours. As soon as you opened your eyes, while Yoda was cleaning you off, you peed on him.
A few minutes later, I held you for the first time. I was careful not to crush you, you were so small. You looked at me and smiled. I’ll never forget that wonderful smile of yours. I think you had a hard time understanding that you were no longer within my womb, because you gave another hard kick at me, right in the shoulder! When I looked back at you, you had such an innocent I-didn’t-do-it face! I burst out laughing so hard! You really knew how to brighten the day, even if you were only a baby!
I think I’ll save some stories for the next letter.
Mom (You have no idea how much I like signing these letters with those three letters, son!)
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Note 28
My dear son Luke,

Very well, I shall level with you, you deserve that much respect. No, I didn’t know of your existence before our little battle on the old Death Star. I guess it was just that now that I DO know of you, a part of me deeply regrets not knowing of you all these years, and making up that story of your birth just helped me feel better. I did not mean to insult your intelligence.

I see from your letter that your mother is still the intoxicating beauty she’s always been, and I’m grateful for her fond memories of me. I still think she shouldn’t have given you up, but now I don’t blame her anymore. It seems that Yoda and Obi-Wan had put wild ideas into her head, and she was too exhausted from childbirth to think clearly. She would have otherwise realized that I would not have allowed my offspring to be killed, especially by that fool emperor!

I am alone now, so I can write freely. I know it looks that way for now, but I am not the emperor’s lackey. I have plans for that old fool, and mark my word, he won’t be emperor for long!

Death Star II is in it’s final stages of completion, and I even spent the night cycle in it. It’s so comfy, Luke, and get this, as a high official, I get as many rooms as I want for my personal use! Once my plans are complete, or even now, my door is always open to you, my son.

I thank you for your faith in me, and for not listening to the paranoias of two old fools! Here I am trying to establish a relationahip with my son, trying to get to know him better, and THEY’RE trying to pull us apart and talk you into killing me! And to think we were once friends! Yes I am mostly machine, but has Obi-Wan forgotten that he PUT me here by throwing me in that lava pit? Does he think I LIKE being a freak?

And what’s this about your sister being in the clutches of that pile of excrement? If not for her, I would share in your mother’s wishes that you don’t go there. But you are a Jedi, Luke, and that is your sister in trouble! I care not for the others, but you go there and destroy that slimeball and free your sister! You do not want ME to go down there!

I must leave for now, a few foremen need to be led by the hand again. Take care, my son, and follow your heart.


Your father Anakin
PS You gladdened my heart when you addressed me as “father”. I am proud to call you my son!
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Note 29
To my father Anakin Skywalker,

I am surprised that you’re signing your letters with “Anakin Skywalker” instead of “Darth Vader.” You admit that you still are Anakin Skywalker then?

Now to tell you what happened at Jabba’s:
Okay, I got in fine. I used a Jedi mind trick to trick Bib Fortuna, Jabba’s top advisor thing. Jabba was MAD that I got in. He’d told Bib Fortuna not to admit me. As I walked in, I noticed that Han’s body was not in the carbonate thingy, so that means that Leia did unfreeze him. My mother came in with me.

I saw Leia chained to Jabba. He had her wearing almost nothing…except this really skimpy outfit. That made me really mad that Jabba would use her in the fashion. She is one of my best friends and a great girl. I tried not to let that bother me very much.

I tried to tell Jabba to release Han and his friends by using a mind trick. It didn’t work. Then Jabba hit this switch and I fell through the floor into this ditch. One of Jabba’s guards fell too. Then all of a sudden this huge creature called the Rancor came out and started heading towards me. That thing was the biggest animal that I have ever seen in my life…..and it was nasty looking too! And that’s what has happened so far.

Luckily my mother was not next to me when Jabba hit the floor switch. I’m not sure what happened to her, but Jabba’s guards probably led her away. I hope she is safe. If I weren’t in the current circumstances, I’d go help her right now. However, I’m in this rancor pit, and I’ve got to figure out a way to kill it before it kills me.

Thank you also for admitting that you lied about being at my birth. You COULD have known me when I was growing up…if you hadn’t turned to the Dark Side. That’s the only reason you didn’t know about me before the Death Star battle. My mom, Obi-Wan, and Yoda were only trying to protect me from you. We could have been a normal family if only you would have remained Anakin Skywalker instead of becoming Darth Vader. You did not insult my intelligence; I was only trying to prove that you were lying.

What choice did she really have? I was your son, and I was Force Sensitive, so that put me in danger. You were killing off all the Jedi Knights, and all the Force Sensitive individuals. What were my mother, Yoda, and Obi-Wan supposed to think? They had no reason to think you would love me. If my mother hadn’t given me up I would have had to live a life of hiding from you. She didn’t want that for me, so she gave me up out of love. Of course she didn’t think I would live, but just in case. You have no idea how badly you hurt her…how much she had to go through because of you. She had to go through an entire pregnancy without the man she loved, and then she had to give us up…and she also lost her husband to the Dark Side.

No one had any idea how you would react to having children. All they saw was the evil man that destroyed people’s lives. What reason would they have for thinking you would spare the lives of your children?

And do you really think the Emperor is a fool? How can you be on the Empire if you don’t even respect its leader? And Emperor is your Sith master, right? If you don’t like the stuff he does, come back to the Light Side.

The Emperor will not be Emperor for long? Um…dad…what do you call a 20 year reign then? Don’t you think that’s a little long? If you were not really his lackey then how come you haven’t gotten rid of him a long time ago? And if you were to get rid of him, what would you do with the Empire? You said you had plans for him. What are your plans?

Who designed this second Death Star anyway? Since you’re living in the Death Star, it becomes clear to me that you still hold the Empire ideals up high. You would prefer a machine of destruction, and terrorizing the galaxy instead of what is just.

It makes me sick that you find the Death Star comfy…and the Death Star stands for such destruction within the galaxy. It sounds like you have a luxury there, but within that very Death Star you will see planets destroyed…lives Vader…

I am glad that you love me (as is evident by your letter), but I could never come to the Death Star, no matter what invitations you give me. I am a member of the Rebellion, and I am a Jedi.

Yoda and Obi-Wan are NOT old fools! They just do not see you the way I do. If you still have faith in what you once were, come back to the Light side.

I don’t mind getting to know you, dad, and actually, I think it’s a good thing. But do realize that I will NEVER join the Dark Side. What was it like for you when you met my mother?

Well it appears as if Obi-Wan and Yoda think I am their only hope left. Before me, they had hope in you. They thought you were something called the Chosen One, which would bring balance to the Force…but now they think it’s me. In order to balance the Force, I’d have to kill both you and Palpatine, because you are both pure evil (in their eyes).

Have you ever given Obi-Wan a reason to think that you still have good in you and could come back to the Dark Side? He told me he had a fight with you over that, and that’s when you fell into the lava pit. You tried to kill him back on the first Death Star! What is he supposed to think about you? Do you think he would think someone like you WOULD turn back to the good side?

And I also know that Obi-Wan did not THROW you into the lava pit. You fell in during the fight, and it was all an accident. Obi-Wan didn’t mean for it to happen. You must understand that.

What happened to you when you fell in? Was it just burns? Could the damage be repaired?

So you know that Leia is my twin sister now? My mom said you knew…but I wasn’t completely that you did until now.

I told you…Leia went after Han to try to unfreeze him and save him from Jabba. When she tried to unfreeze him, they were both captured (she did manage to unfreeze Han), and then he put Leia into a chain. I’ll get her away from Jabba. Don’t worry about that.

I see….so you love your family but no one else? Well at least that’s a start. I believe you still have good in you…all you have to do is get rid of the Dark Side, and come back to being a Jedi. You would go to Jabba’s to rescue Leia?

I appreciate your commitment to our family…it’s just you’re…still a Sith.

Dad, you have the power to stop the Death Star progress. You could destroy it yourself. You are in the perfect position to do that. But if you do not, know that the Rebellion is preparing for battle.

I must go now, father. I will talk to you again once I’m out of this mess at Jabba’s.

Okay…I’m back now. I’m still not done with Jabba, but I’m out of the rancor pit now.

The rancor grabbed the guard and ate him. That was a little scary. I knew I had to do something quickly. I saw this bone on the ground and all of a sudden got this idea…I picked up the bone and let the rancor grab me. As the rancor was about to throw me into his mouth, I threw the bone in it’s mouth. The creature dropped me and I started running to a corner. The rancor followed me. It reached it’s arm in, and I picked up this rock and smashed it’s hand. Then I ran to the other side of the pit.

I had seen a door control when I first landed, and I hoped that it was a way out. It wasn’t. The creatures watching me tried pushing me back. I knew that I would be dead if I didn’t do something…so luckily there was this rock at my feet. I picked it up. As the rancor got closer and closer to the door, I prepared to throw the rock. When it was directly underneath the door, I threw the rock at the controls, and the door came smashing down on the rancor. I killed it.

Just as I was being led away, the caretaker of the rancor entered and started crying. I guess he loved that creature. Too bad.

Then Jabba got really mad because I hadn’t died. He was mad that the rancor was dead…it was his favorite pet. He ordered that Han and Chewie and mom and I all be brought before him. Then Jabba told us that we would be sent out to this creature called the Sarlacc…..I’m a little familiar with it…it’s this creature that lives in this pit…it likes live food, and I’d heard about it before.

Well anyway, Jabba ordered that all of us would be killed by being fed to the Sarlacc. I’ll assure you that he won’t kill us.

I have a plan…kind of …I’m not exactly sure how he’s going to try and kill us, but as we were being lead out to his sail barge, I noticed a board. I think he’s going to have us walk the plank. I saw R2-D2 and gave my lightsaber to him…and Lando still has not been discovered as a guard. As long as the board’s not too heavy, I think I can work with it….I’d have to be the first person to walk the plank, but I think things will come out okay.


Your son,
Luke Skywalker


PS My latest two letters from my mother:
Luke,

You’re just like Obi-Wan, saying that I can’t protect you from everything. The thing is, I WANT to protect you from everything! I WANT to take care of you, as a mother should! I somehow should have found a way to keep you and Leia safe from Vader!
I’m sure that neither Obi-Wan nor Yoda would ever want you to kill Vader. It’s not the way of the Jedi. Perhaps they wish for you to fight Vader, and stop his reign of terror in a peaceful way (though I don’t know how that would be possible). After all, facing Vader doesn’t involve killing him.
Perhaps Vader DOES have some good qualities, but his evil qualities still outweigh them. Vader not being completely evil doesn’t change what he is capable and willing to do to others.
Obi-Wan and I ARE talking again, thank goodness. I’m still not happy with what he did, but I won’t hold a grudge. I suppose you’re right, all did end well (except for the Empire part).
I suppose you could go and try to persuade Vader back to the Light, but I really don’t think you’ll get anywhere. It’s your choice, though. If you don’t believe us then the only thing left for you to do is to find out for yourself. All that I ask is that you be careful and keep safe!
Yes, Anakin was taller than you, at six feet one inch, but not that much taller, though. I actually exaggerated my own height; I’m five feet five. Still, I’m shorter than you, your father, and even Sola! Everyone thought I had growth deficiency. I guess Leia gets that from me!
I suppose artificial drinks aren’t that good for you, but have you ever tried looking up at someone and trying to convince them that you’re their queen? It’s not easy!
Hey, maybe Obi-wan and I could throw a party for your together! Perhaps something more exciting then just cake and ice-cream, though. I remember when I was pregnant, I would imagine all the exciting places I would take you guys on your birthdays. It’s a pity we never had the chance.
Don’t worry about the shopping, I was just teasing you! I know from experience with your father just how much men hate shopping!
Well, like I said before, you were very small as a baby. I never really measured how long you were, but if I were to estimate I’d say you were eight inches long. It wasn’t easy taking care of you, but I wouldn’t say it was a pain. After all, the reward for all that was well worth it.
I’m glad also that you’re walking so well now! I remember how I used to dread how you would grow up, with legs so crooked. And now look at you, running around with no problem!
I suppose I AM being a little overprotective about your lungs. Even Obi-Wan is trying to persuade me just to let it go! Still, it worries me that your lungs are so poor. It IS a great relief to know about the private doctor that you’re seeing, though. What’s his name? Maybe I could meet him.
Well, you probably already know that I was the Queen of Naboo, and am still the Royal queen of Naboo. You don’t need to worry about ruling Naboo; they elect their monarchs. However, you ARE the Royal prince of Naboo. All I really know as far as that goes is that you have the Royal Force. People don’t even recognize it anymore. To tell you the truth, I never understood this role. I only took it to please my parents.
Now that I think about it, Anakin DID kill an entire camp of Tusken Raiders out of anger once. They had nearly killed his mother, and Anakin wanted revenge. I suppose that might cause your health problems…I guess I’d be better off asking Obi-Wan!
Oh, wow, I love your room! It’s so cluttered, just like Ani’s room was!
Wow, look at all these awards! You’re quite the scholar, aren’t you? I’m so proud of you!
Hey, I remember this teddy bear! I saw it in Owen’s room the last time I visited him. He must have given it to you!
Don’t worry about my parents, they’ll have to accept you. You’re their long lost heir! As for Dalben, he’ll love you! He’s living in Naboo still, hiding out, but one day when this is over I’ll take you there to see him.
LOL, you WERE quoting me! I forgot! I guess this old age is really starting to rub off on me!
Yes, your father did build Threepio. I don’t think he remembers his master, though, so it didn’t really make a difference to Threepio who he was fighting.
Vader wrote back to me, telling me he can’t interfere with the happenings on Tatooine. If you asked me, I’m relieved.
When you were a baby, you were VERY smart! I remember that Yoda, Obi-Wan, and I would play a game with you, seeing if you could identify who we were. We would ask, “Where’s Mommy,” Or “Where’s Ben,” and you would have to point to use. Youw ere only a newborn, and yet you caught on when you were two weeks old!
Wow, a green lightsaber! Very colorful! I should make on for myself; pistols are just too bulky!
I saw you disappear into the hole, but instead of doing anything, I stared at Leia, remember how you said that she had only recently learned about her real mother. She looked so miserable in that slave’s clothes, all I wanted to do was to rescue her, but I was chained before I could do anything.
Well, that’s it for now!
Mom

The other letter:
Luke,
You’re safe? Whew! I was so worried that you might have been hurt….
Well, I was lucky. All Jabba did was lock me up with Han. Unfortunately, though, I DO remember the Sarlacc. Ani told me about it. One thousand years of digestion before we are killed. We’d better be prepared to fight this thing! Make sure R2 knows when to give you the lightsaber, and perhaps toss me a blaster, too. We’ll get out of this.
You know, I had to learn that I couldn’t protect you from everything over twenty years ago, when Obi-wan told me that you were dead. I had to learn that again every time Vader captured Leia and tortured her, and since I found you were my son, every time you did something life threatening. Still, that’s one lesson that doesn’t stick very well to me. Please, just be patient, I’ll try not to suffocate you by being too overprotective.
I’m starting to see the logic in Obi-wan saying that you should kill Vader. You must realize that he ISN’T your father anymore. He’s a Sith, a monster and a tyrant! I was his wife, and he doesn’t even consider by pleads! You’ll see after a while just how unchangeable he really is.
And about the height deficiency, you say you know people who were less than four feet tall? Well, how many queens do you know with that height? You see what I mean?
I think it was a combination of everything that you got asthma. It seems that way with everything else, at least. The Jedi Purge, the Empire, Vader, it’s all interlinked in so many ways. And yes, Ani’s lungs were much better than yours.
Well, I can’t deny that Leia’s developed into quite the Rebel Leader. She does sort of remind me of myself at that age, fighting so hard against the Empire like that. I just hope that learning about Vader doesn’t change her personality.
You see how special you are? Everyone wants to throw you a party! Don’t worry about the Death Sticks, I’m not allergic to it, but I hate it too. Don’t worry, I’m sure we’ll find a nice, Smoking-free place to eat. Don’t worry, you weren’t ever a pain to take care of as a baby! Now, on the other hand… rushing off to dangers…. Don’t worry, I’m just teasing!
(Should I contact Dr. Percy? Is there a Padme/Percy letter going on?) It’s not unusual for someone never to imagine that they were a prince!
Imagine my surprise when I was elected queen! I never knew the Naboo loved me that much! Still, there was nothing I loved more than to serve my planet.
I suppose I shouldn’t blame your father for your asthma, even if he did indirectly cause it. It’s just, if my Ani had remained the person he was, it would have been one less thing to worry about, one less thing that went wrong. So many things have gone wrong… and it all seems to be linked to Vader, my once love.
You were the top student in your class? Really? Congratulations! Which classes? Tell me about them.
On Naboo, we study at a much faster pace than usual. I graduated school when I was ten, and joined the Legislative Youth Organization when I was twelve. I remember, though, that the teachers were very strict, but very encouraging and motivating.
Of course I remember that teddy bear! It always sat on the top of the shelf in the living room. The last time I visited Owen? I don’t quite remember… I think it was probably twenty-five years ago, right before Anakin and I were married. Owen and Anakin used to be such good friends!
I haven’t been able to contact my parents yet, but Dalben was very thrilled to hear about you! He’s very eager to meet you as soon as we have a chance to return to Naboo.
Well, Threepio IS a droid, and droids DO get their memories wiped occasionally, and also you’re right, not many people recognize Anakin by physical appearance anymore.
I’m not too worried about Vader coming here. Even if he does, he probably won’t want to bring any members of the Empire onto his homeland for such a personal reason… or at least I hope he won’t. Anyway, if he can rescue us from Jabba, then at least we have a chance of survival. Vader’s too intent in turning us to kill us.
Like I said, you were very intelligent as a baby. Not only could you identify people, but you had very good directional sense. Whenever I took you outside, no matter how deep into the forest I took you, you would always point back at Yoda’s hut. It was like you knew that the sooner we returned the sooner you would get your milk.
I don’t know about making a lightsaber, after all, I’m not a Jedi. However, it WOULD be interesting to learn some saber techniques. Maybe then I wouldn’t need my Jedi protectors to come to my rescue all the time. It really warms my heart that your father has such warm feelings for you. Everything would be perfect if those words were not coming from a desperate want to have a son in the Empire with him. I suppose that trying to get him back on the Light Side is a good idea, as long as you don’t get sucked into the Dark Side in the process (which I know you won’t!).
Well, our execution is coming up soon. We’d better prepare ourselves.
Padmé
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Note 30
My dear son Luke,

What's this? My daughter is chained to that slobbering pile of excrement? How DARE he! I commend you for keeping your head and not charge headlong into the fray and holding your temper in check. I sometimes have a problem with that. That's what happened on Tatooine. You see, my mother, your grandmother, was captured by the Tuskan raiders. My father was injured and could not help her, so I went alone to find her. And I did. She was.. forgive my not able to speak of her condition, my son, but understand that she was almost dead. When I emerged from the tent and saw the Tuscans laughing, I was comsumed in rage. Before I realized what was happening, I had killed the entire camp! No, I did not brag about it. In fact, your mother was the only one up till now that I revealed this to.

Speaking of your mother, you asked how it was like when we met. Well, when I first saw her, I thought she was an angel who has come to save my mother and me. She was beautiful, Luke, inside and out. You have not sent recent pictures of her to me, but I am sure her beauty has not faded with age. When she first kissed me, I felt so blessed to be touched by such an angel. When she went back to Naboo, my heart went with her. Mother told me I was only a child, and it was just a crush. I believed her at first. But then I found myself thinking of her night and day,dreaming of her. Make no mistake, my son. The power of a woman is far greater thatn ANY Force, light or dark! You'll find out when you meet that special lady.

I know I hurt her, but she also hurt me. After what I told her on Tatooine, she should have KNOWN how I feel about family! That's why I always clashed with Obi Wan and the Council. They wanted me to put the Knights first, family second, but I disagreed. Family is ALWAYS the most important thing in one's life. A family's love should guide the Force and strengthen it. But no, they just were too close-minded to see that. Qui Gon Jinn was the only man who believed in me.

Qui Gon. Now there's a Jedi master to look up to. He, like me, didn't always go by the book, but went with his heart.

He's the one who secured my freedom and told the Jedi Council to let him train me. I've always admired and respected him.

You misunderstand, my son. The new Death Star is not luxurious, only the living quarters are. The rest of the Star, designed by Palatine,looks like a giant took a bite out of it.

I know you'll never join me, but I DID tell you I would persuade you any way I can. As for my plans for Palpatine and what I'd do with the Death Star, you'd have to join me first (see what I mean?).

I have faith in you, son, and I am sure you can escape the Sarlacc and free your sister. And thank you for the letters from your mother. They help me understand her side of the story and help me realize that if I decide to come back to the Light, she may just be waiting there for me. Thank you also for having faith in me. After you beat the Sarlacc and save Leia, do come visit.

I must go to my doctors. They say that there may be a way to heal my burnt body and restore me to normal so I can get out of this blasted suit!


Farewell, my son.
Anakin Skywalker
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Note 31
To my father, Anakin Skywalker,

Wow, I didn’t get a chance to send this before the sail barge assault. Now I get to tell you about that.

Okay, now about the sail barge assault. Well we arrived at the pit. Jabba did some talking, and I made a comment which I was pretty sure would make Jabba want to make me be the first one to walk the plank. Just as they were about to throw me in, I used the force to kind of use the plank as a springboard. I did a flip when I jumped…I grabbed onto the board before I did the flip, and I landed on the sail barge thingy again.

That’s when everything started to go wild. Even though Han couldn’t see very well…because of his hibernation sickness, he, Lando, and I started attacking Jabba’s men. I wanted to get to Jabba, but in order to do that, I had to go jump on several of the sail barge things before I got to Jabba’s. I was hoping to rescue Leia and kill Jabba.

But when I got up there…I found that Leia had somehow already killed Jabba. I have no idea how she did it…somehow she got the chain around Jabba’s throat and strangled him.

So she and I started fighting people…R2-D2 and C-3PO also started escaping….we set some explosives…., and we took one of the sail barge things…..and got out of there…all of us……me, Lando, Leia, Han, mom, C-3PO, and R2-D2.

I’m so glad we got out of that mess!

We FINALLY made it back to the rendezvous point again. Since you are our enemy, I cannot give you any details about our plans. Sorry, but you understand.

Mom said that you told her stories about the Sarlacc, so you knew about it? I guess that shouldn’t surprise me, since you used to live here too. Jabba also mentioned something about enslaving humans. I know you were once a slave, but Jabba never owned you, right? I was just wondering what Jabba’s role was back when you lived on Tatooine.

Anyway, yes, Leia was chained to the disgusting creature known as Jabba the Hutt, but as you can see from what I have already written, she killed him. She gave me an account of how she did it, and I’m wondering if she used the Force to help her, without realizing it. I know she’s Force Sensitive. Mom told me that she and I have the same strength in the Force, so she could use it…without being trained. I did that before I met Obi-Wan. Obviously I didn’t do it on purpose, and I couldn’t move stuff around or anything, but I’m sure you know what I mean, because you weren’t raised as a Jedi from birth.

I don’t get angered easily, really I don’t. I’m pretty calm most of the time, but I’ve always been like that. Of course I do get angry sometimes, but I don’t let it build up in me. I can handle it. I’m amazed that you have been so honest with me, but I tend to be honest with everyone, so maybe that’s why you’re being honest with me. Anyway, you’re a Sith, so I’d expect you to have problems holding your anger in check…but you were talking about while you were still a Jedi? Thank you for telling me that story. I’m glad we can be honest with each other, even though we are on different sides. Someone else had told me the story about my grandmother being attacked by sandpeople…I’m pretty sure that was either my uncle or my grandfather who related that…I don’t remember, anyway, it was good to hear it from you. They didn’t say anything about you killing all the sandpeople. My mother did mention that, though, and she gave that as a reason for maybe some of my health problems. Obi-Wan told me that if a Force Sensitive person used the Force in a Dark Side way (in something major, such as killing a bunch of people out of hate) that it COULD have an affect on any male children the person will have. He doesn’t know for sure whether that caused any of my problems or not, and I’m certainly not going to blame you.

Thank you for giving me your perspective on the story. It really does mean a lot to me.

My grandmother was almost dead? I don’t like those sandpeople. They attacked me when I was really little, and they would have killed me, if my uncle wouldn’t have scared them off. I was really little…like 7 or something, and I couldn’t walk. I guess I haven’t told you about my legs, have I? Well when I was born, I had extremely crooked legs, and no one thought I would be able to walk…..ever. But my uncle tried anyway, and he took me to a doctor, and I had to wear braces for a long time, and couldn’t walk until I was 13. I’m fine now, though. My legs are just very slightly crooked now, but no one can tell. It doesn’t affect my walking. I walk just like everyone else, with no limping or anything. The only way anyone will know is if I tell them. I can run, and train as a Jedi, and be normal. It was just when I was younger that I couldn’t do some stuff, just because of how crooked they were. They have always been strong, and I could always move them fine. Anyway, those sandpeople had kidnapped me, but my uncle was able to rescue me. I’m not sure how he did it, but I don’t think there were very many sandpeople around. I remember being very scared though. The person that led the attack was named Mr. Whatever, and his assistant named Nobody. They were talking about boiling me alive, and they had this big pot. My uncle came just in time.

They also could have killed me back when R2 had the original plans for the Death Star. They attacked me, but they didn’t kill me (obviously). I fainted when a sandperson was about to hit me, and I think the sandperson thought I was dead. Obi-Wan saved my life that time. He had been watching for me, because I told him about the plans, and he said that I was to come and meet him. It was when I was getting out of my landspeeder that they attacked me.

They also have raided our crops sometimes, and they’re really troublesome.

I am grateful that you were able to share that experience with me. So the only person you had ever told that to before was my mother? That must have been tough. I don’t know how I’d hold up in that situation. I told you I’m not easily angered, but that WOULD have made me angry. I don’t know what I would have done.

Thank you for also explaining how you met my mother. It definitely shows me that you are still a loving man…a good man…but you have just forgotten your true self. All you have to do is come back with me, dad. It’ll be okay.

She told me about you asking if she was an angel. I asked my mother if it would be okay if I were to give you a recent picture of her. She hasn’t replied back, but if she lets me, I’ll send you her picture. I respect her wishes, though, so if she doesn’t want it, I’m sorry. Leia’s the only girl who has ever kissed me, but then I found out she was my sister…so you could say I’ve never really been kissed. I don’t know why…but no girl has ever liked me before. I don’t know if I’m ugly or something…or if all the girls I knew were just mean. When I told them I liked them, they laughed in my face, or just were really mean to me afterwards. It really hurt, and sometimes I’d cry at night. I never really had many friends, and I was the least popular person in my school. Everyone seemed to look down on me…because I actually cared about my schoolwork, and because I wanted something better from life…I didn’t drink, smoke, have sex…and I tried my best at everything I did. I was the top student in my class, though…but that just made me the geekiest person in school.

I’m glad that you were able to find my mother. I hope there’s someone out there for me. I’ve never been in love, but it must be the most wonderful feeling. Sometimes I wonder if I’ll ever find anyone, though.

Perhaps you and my mother could talk out your differences. If you came back to the Light Side, I’m sure everything would work out. Maybe she doesn’t understand how she hurt you, and maybe you misjudged her. Why don’t you try to discuss with her. I think she’s still in love with her, and you appear to be still in love with her.

I also believe that a family should be important in a person’s life. I don’t understand why the Jedi didn’t allow love. Obi-Wan told me about it, and that made no sense to me. What is wrong with love? It’s so pure… I tried asking him the reason, and he tried explaining it, but I just didn’t understand. Love is a very beautiful thing.

But just because you disagreed with the Jedi…that was no justification for the things you did to them. And when you took those actions, you sacrificed your love for your family too, so you lost both the Jedi Knights and love when you became a Sith.

Obi-Wan has told me a little bit about Qui-Gon. He must have been a great man. I wouldn’t mind hearing more about him from you. You obviously had a great deal of respect for him. There must be a reason for it. Obi-Wan also told me that Qui-Gon was the one that secured your freedom, so I know you’re not lying about any of that. But think about it this way…do you think if Qui-Gon knew about you now that he would be proud of the person that he worked so hard to free, and to get trained?

I heard that you were the one that came up with the plans for the Death Star. But it was really Palpatine? Well anyway, it still sickens me that the living quarters of such a weapon are so luxurious.

Well you can quit with the persuading, because I’m NOT going to turn to the Dark Side. I’ve made my decision. If I had wanted to join you, I would have done so during the fight at Cloud City. I’m not going to join you, so I guess I’ll never find out your plans for Palpatine or the Death Star.

And as you also already know, I have escaped the Sarlacc, and my sister freed herself. You are always welcome for the letters from my mother. I never asked her permission to show them to you, but I thought that it might help you realize how much she loved the man you once were. You are my father, and I know that you once stood for so much good…I could never lose faith in you. You do have the light side in you…it’s just hidden under your Sith mask.

If I come to visit you on the Death Star, it will be to try to get you back to the good side of the Force. That is the only reason I will ever accept your invitation to visit you. You must understand that.

You’re seeing doctors about healing your body and restoring your body to normal? Wonderful! What doctor are you seeing? I know there’s a very good doctor on Coruscant named Dr. Percy. He’s my doctor there. He really knows what you are doing, so perhaps we have the same doctor? If it is the same one, tell him I said hi, and ask him how he’s doing.

I’m going off now. I have something important I need to do. I will talk to you later.


Your son,
Luke Skywalker
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Note 32
My dear son Luke,

Well done, my son! I knew you would find your way out of your predicament! Words cannot express how proud I am of you! My master told me of the Sarlacc when I was a child. He told me how the Hutts like to use it as their "rubbish disposal", meaning thier most hated enemies. My master would try to scare me with tales of it coming out of its hole to eat children who stay out too late at night. He did not succeed, of course.

I am very pleased to her of Leia strangling that pile of sludge! I knew she had it in her! She is very spirited, just like your mother. She does favor her a lot, don't you think? Just as you favor me. When I first saw you, I was taken aback for a moment, for I thought I was seeing myself at your age.

Speaking of which, I am sending you a picture (Yours is a copy, I have the original) of your mother and me on our wedding day. We were on the balcony overlooking the lake that she loved so much. Your mother was at her most beautiful that day. I never could bring myself to be rid of that picture, no matter how evil or angry I became. I'm sending you this picture for 2 reasons: One, to prove to you how much you look like me when I was your age; and two, to prove to you that you are NOT repulsive in any way. Your innocence makes you an even more handsome a young man than I ever was. Those girls at school were too shallow to see the beauty in you. Do not let their insensitivity cloud your self image.

Those thrice cursed Tuskans harmed you as well? If I weren't so busy with this blasted Death Star and my plans, I'd exterminate that band of vermin!!

I am glad, though, to hear that my brother Owen rescued you. It changes my outlook on him. He saved my son's life, and that means everything to me. I am glad I spared him.He may live. As for Beru, well, unless she redeems herself in my eyes she STILL better stay out of my way!

You are right, Luke. Of all the elements in this universe, love is the most powerful. NEVER forget that, I think the Jedi have, that's one reason why they were wiped out so easily and quickly.

I try not to think of what Qui-Gon would think of me, and I do hope he never finds out about me being the way I am. I could never face him like this, although I believe that he'd never reject me, no matter what. He believed in unconditional love and devotion. It would've really made me proud if he were able to train you as he trained me. He was the father I never had.

The new Death Star and my plans are almost complete. Since we are on opposite sides, you'll understand if I don't divulge any more information. I must leave for now, and I advise you to be careful, my son.


Your father,
Anakin Skywalker
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Note 33
To my father Anakin Skywalker,

It is good to know that you are proud of me. I could have not gotten away without the help of my friends. So your master used to try to scare you with stories about the Sarlacc. I’m glad his tactic did not work. That story was actually kind of funny…your whole, “He did not succeed, of course,” is a true reflection on your personality.

If you can be proud of what Leia and I have accomplished, think how much you have lost because of your Dark Side choice. The fact that you have pride for us tells me that you definitely still have some of the Light Side still in you. Do you see it?

You are right, too, Leia does look a lot like my mother. I asked mom for permission to give you a copy of a picture. She agreed, and actually said, “You have my permission to show any pictures of me to Vader. I actually am curious to what he has to say about them.” For that reason, I have enclosed a recent picture of her with this letter.

My mother also mentioned that you can’t stand Death Stick smoke, either, and that anyone who smokes in your presence will die. Is that true?

I suppose you’re right…I do look a lot like you when you were younger. I have the same color of eyes and hair that you had. You said that when you first saw me, you were taken aback for a moment, thinking you were seeing yourself at my age. When you first saw me, you knew I was related to you, though, but you must have assumed I was your nephew. Nephews CAN look quite a bit like their aunts or uncles, or grandparents. I know you knew I was related to you, because you were at our house, questioning me about the Death Star plans. I am sure you remember that. My uncle had just returned from a trip to Coruscant, and you were hiding in our house, waiting for my grandfather so you could kidnap him and torture him because of what he did to you and my grandmother. You happened to overhear me telling my uncle about the Death Star plans, so you cornered me and demanded that I tell you where the plans were. I lied to you, and you let me go. Even then, you could not kill me. I believe it was because you loved your brother too much, and could not think of killing your own “nephew.”

Thank you for the wedding picture. It means a lot to me that you would send it. You really looked like a good couple back then. How many people went to your wedding? The scenery around you looks so beautiful. Where was it taken? I don’t think I’ve ever seen that place. I’m glad you never could bring yourself to get rid of this picture, though it must have been painful to look at it everyday. It must have brought back memories…memories of the way life could have been had you chosen not to join the Dark Side.

Thank you for your encouraging words. You see; you can be a good father. Of course as long as you’re evil you will never reach your full potential as a loving father and husband, like you could be. It’s hard not to think of myself as being ugly, when that’s what all the kids kept telling me. But I also know they were girls that were snotty, and that I deserved someone much better. I’m just waiting to meet someone that will be worth it. I hope there is someone out there for me.

Yes, the Tuskans harmed me, but I wasn’t that hurt. They would have killed me had my uncle not saved me the first time, and had Obi-Wan not saved me the second time. I don’t think anyone would really miss the sandpeople if they were to go extinct…but I don’t think we should kill them just because we don’t like them. That would be wrong. They have lives, too.

My uncle loves me, and he always had. I was in good hands…he was a good father-like person for me. As for my Aunt Beru, yes, she abused me, but I also realize that she was going through a lot. All of her own natural children were kidnapped from her by the Empire, so she took her anger out on me. I don’t know if she knew what happened to my father (that he became Darth Vader), but if she did, that might have been one reason she liked to abuse me. Maybe she thought hurting your son would help her handle her frustration. I don’t know. I just know she went through a lot because of that. She’s been a lot nicer to me recently, and I have forgiven her. I know she’s trying to be nice, and I’ve seen a great change in her. She has also gone to several counseling sessions presented by the Rebellion. Those are really helping her. And although she did abuse me, she also helped raise me. I don’t think I’d be the person I am now if it had not been for her. I am glad that by saving my life, Owen has redeemed himself in your eyes. Don’t judge Aunt Beru too harshly. It is true that she should not have abused me, but she is trying.

Maybe the Jedi did not recognize the importance of love, and maybe it did bring about their downfall, but what of the Sith? They CANNOT be more loving than the Jedi were. In fact, they exhibited much HATE. If love is something that you recognize in your own life, does it make any sense to you that you are on the Dark Side?

Why do you try not to think of what Qui-Gon would think of you if he knew what had become of you? It is because you know what you are doing is wrong…because otherwise you would have no hesitation showing someone that admired you what you did with your life. Dad WE believe in unconditional love too…I’m talking about me, Obi-Wan, mom, Yoda… Although, everyone has lost hope in you…I have not. I believe that you can be turned back to the good side, and if you were to come back, I’m sure the others would recognize you and love you…and they would not judge you for what you did during your Dark times. They would be overjoyed that you have come back to the Light Side.

Dad…no matter how you Imperials tried to hide the information about the new Death Star, Rebel Intelligence has been able to find out much about it…such as the fact that the Emperor is personally overseeing the final construction of it…as well as a few other facts. I cannot divulge information that we have found out to you, because it might hurt the Rebellion.

I would like to meet with you sometime. I know you are aboard the Death Star, but I HAVE to meet with you. Could we arrange a time? I KNOW you felt my presence when I went to Endor. The truth was, I was trying to find a way to get to you so we could talk. I figured Endor would be a safe place. I stole aboard an Imperial shuttle with technical parts and crew, heading for Endor. I have no idea what your plans are with Endor…only that it is close to the Death Star.

Me be careful? I’m always careful, LOL. Thanks for your concern. I’ll be fine.


Your son,
Luke
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Note 34
My dear son Luke,

It pleases me greatly to hear from you. I felt your presence on that shuttle to Randor, and I tried to find out what my children were up to. Yes I know, no fair peeking. But you cannot blame a father for trying.

Thank you for your picture of Padme. As I suspected, she has grown even more beautiful with age. She's even lovelier now than when I met her. Do feel free to tell her this.

Death stick smoke is REVOLTING to me! And yes, I do destroy those who smoke in my presence, but only after I warn them first that death sticks are forbidden! You once asked what I would do if I were to become emperor. Well, the first thing I would do would be to either ban death sticks or tax them so highly that nobody can obtain them!

You wish to meet with me? Outstanding! That is what I wanted to do with you all this time! I cannot tell you what the significance of the new Death Star is in relation to Endor, but let us just say that I'd rather you met me here on the Death Star. In fact, I insist that you do. Leia should come up as well. I would be most happy to see her on more favorable terms. Please assure her that this time I will not cause her any harm.

I look forward to seeing you again, my dear son!


Your father,
Anakin Skywalker
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Note 35
To my father Anakin Skywalker,

What are you talking about? What is Randor? I assume you meant Endor…anyway, I figured you’d feel my presence, so that’s why I didn’t mind revealing it in my last letter. As I told you, I came alone. Wow…your love for me is evident in your comment. If you love Leia and me so much, how can you be so evil? Surely you can see that you can fight this Dark Side stuff if you really wanted to. Come with me.

You’re very welcome for the picture of my mother. I quoted you in my last letter, but I’m not sure how she feels about it, because she hasn’t written back yet.

It is good that we share the same opinion of Death Sticks. Mom said she read a story about a stormtrooper who dared to smoke in your presence, and she told me about how you killed him. LOL…wow…I never thought that your first action as Emperor would be to ban death sticks…and I NEVER would have suspected that before I found out who you were. I guess you certainly do have a strong opinion of them. Did smoking used to bother you much before you had your injuries?

Yes, I do wish to meet with you. I am sure that your officer has informed you about my capture. I let them capture me, and they said that they would have to report me to you. I am glad that you look forward to this meeting as much as I do, although I must warn you, I will NOT turn to the Dark Side no matter what, and you’d be forced to kill me. I see that you have landed on Endor yourself (I can see your shuttle from where the guards have imprisoned me.)

Why should Leia come with me as well? She’s not even here. She’s far from Endor at this moment…so it would be impossible for her to come too.

I look forward to seeing you as well.


Your son,
Luke Skywalker


PS Oh yeah, I was going to ask you a few questions. I was just wondering how much you weighed at birth and how bad your asthma was before your injuries.


PSS I forgot to tell you something funny. C-3PO (who was the only one with me when I landed on Endor), and I fell into a mess with the Ewoks. They surrounded us, but when C-3PO sat up, they thought he was some kind of god and started worshipping him! It was hilarious. When I tried to get him to, “use his divine influence and get us out of it,” C-3PO told me that it was against his programming…that he couldn’t offend a group of people, based on his etiquette. You’re the one that programmed him and built him, so I thought you might be interested in that little story.
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Note 36
Luke, my dear son!

What? You're on the Death Star 2? I TOLD those bumbling fools to hold you until I got there so I can take you personally! It was supposed to be a surprise! Metal will roll for this! I want you to tell me IMMEDIATELY if they have harmed you in any way!

Yes, I have been told of your capture. Luke, you could've been more convincing. I mean walking aruond saying," Poor me, I'm a lonely Jedi, lost and with no one to help me if I get ambushed or caught by stormtroopers"?

At last we will meet again, and you shall be part of my plan. Please forgive me if I do not act like a father when we are in public. I must keep up my appearance just a bit longer. Let me assure you that I will not kill you under ANY circumstance! If you would please just bear with me a little while longer, you will understand everything.


Until we meet face-to-face,
Your father Anakin Skywalker
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Note 37
To my father Anakin Skywalker,

Well as it turned out you did meet me and escorted me personally to the elevator. You repeatedly tell me you love me, and you show it, though you still brought me to your Emperor. If you truly cared what was in my best interest, you would have come with me. But you took me to your Emperor…so I must say that my father is truly dead.

Look at what you are doing, father, and look at what you want for me. You want me to become evil like you and Palpatine? And you’ll kill me if I don’t…you can’t do this, father. All you need to do is let go of the hate within you and join the Light Side again. I know there is good in you. As I have said before, I have felt it on several occasions.

The Imperials which handed me over to you did not harm me in any way. You must have given them strict orders not to harm me, and they must have been scared into obeying you.

Well…I told you that I came to Endor by myself in order to meet with you. So what is wrong being a lone Jedi letting himself get caught by stormtrooprs? That is what I planned to do all along.

How can I be a part of your plan? I’m not going to join the Dark Side, and you’ll be forced to kill me. If you have to hide your feelings for me in public to promote an appearance than has it ever occurred to you that maybe you are fighting for the wrong cause? A truly good organization would be overjoyed at the relationship of a father and son and would encourage a loving relationship. That is what the Rebellion has to offer you if you ever decide to join us.

How can you assure me that you will not kill me under any circumstances, yet you threw that lightsaber at me, and you acted out of anger while fighting me. You could have let me kill the Emperor, but instead you blocked my lightsaber with yours and we started fighting, and when I told you I wouldn’t fight you, you came up to me and said, “You are unwise to lower your defenses.” Is this all a part of your appearances, or did you know deep down inside that you would not harm me…that I would be okay. We could have killed the Emperor together. Are you on the Light Side…do you realize the wrongs of the Dark Side? I ask this because of the following quote, “I must keep up my appearance just a bit longer.” Does that mean you are no longer a Sith? And if that is so, then why can’t you just break out of the Sithness right now?

Please explain what you mean when you said, “If you will just bear with me a little while longer, you will understand everything.”

Just so we are clear…I like explaining everything from the way I see it. I know you are here with me…but this is what happened. Tell me if I read you wrong at any point:


Now about what happened. Well I started heading towards where I sensed you were. Some Imperial troops found me and led me to you. I talked you a little. You saw my new lightsaber, and seemed to be impressed with it. I tried telling you that you still had good in you, and that you could come back with me to the light side. I told you that I accepted the truth that he was once Anakin Skywalker, my father. You told me that that name no longer had any meaning to you. You had me taken to the Death Star, where you told me I was to meet with Palpatine. You met the troops and me at the elevator door to the Emperor’s throne room….and then you and I walked in together.

This is what happened once we got inside:

I saw the Emperor. He is UGLY. He has all these wrinkles all over his face…and yuck….he’s scary looking.

Anyway, Palpatine turned to me and asked the guards to leave. They did. This left the three of us totally alone….me, my father, and the Emperor.

Palpatine tried to tell me that he was my new master. I told him he wasn’t, and that he wouldn’t convert me to the Dark Side as he did my father. The Emperor is way too overconfident, so I told him that to his face. He laughed and said that my faith in my friends was my weakness.

Then he had me watch the battle from this big window in his throne room. He said things to make me angry….he WANTED me to be angry so that I would use the Dark Side powers. I watched the battle….and the unfairness of it DID make me angry. The Emperor told me how the fleet was flying into a trap, and that my friends on Endor were too. He told me that all my friends would die. This REALLY made me mad, because Leia was included in the group he was talking about.

The Emperor kept tempting me to get my lightsaber, and strike him down with all of my hate…that he was defenseless and unarmed.

Finally I got so sick and mad at him that I did grab my lightsaber and attempted to strike at him. You were watching me carefully, so as soon as you saw that I went for the lightsaber, you ignited your own and our lightsabers met.

We started fighting. I knew that I had improved since the last time I faced you, and I think you knew it too. We fought a lot. Finally, when I was on top of these stairs, I turned off my lightsaber and told you that I wouldn’t fight you. I was determined not to use the Dark Side. I still felt that you could be turned back to the good side, and that I could save you.

You came at me anyway with his lightsaber ignited and swung at me. I sensed it and turned on my own just in time to block it. You said I was “unwise to lower my defenses.” We continued to fight some more.

Palpatine was sure enjoying it…he kept on trying to encourage us, and was laughing the whole time.

I saw this ledge thing in the room, so I did a flip and landed on the top of it. I again told you that I wouldn’t fight him, and that you’d have to kill me because I would not turn. You said, “If that is your destiny.” You threw his lightsaber at me, but I jumped out of the way just in time. Your lightsaber hit one of the major supports of the ledge, and the entire ledge collapsed. I fell all the way to the ground, but I was unhurt.

I crawled to a corner of the space….hoping you wouldn’t find me. You knew I wasn’t dead or anything, because you would have felt it. You came after me, but couldn’t find me. You keep trying to get me to fight him, but I keep refusing.

There’s something else that is REALLY bothering me right now. Leia’s hurt. I felt it through the force, and it really is hurting me. I don’t know exactly how badly hurt she is, but I felt it. I don’t know what to do. I hope she’s all right. I’m trying to sense her, and feel exactly how badly hurt she is, but I also have you to think about. I know I should probably try and hide the feelings I’m getting from Leia right now, but I just CAN’T. If you sense that I’m sensing something extra, and figure out what it is, I’d actually be glad. Maybe it would help you turn back if you know you have two children to think about, and that she and I care for each other. I know you already know about Leia…but…maybe you never thought about it carefully. Since I don’t know if you’ve picked that up or not, I told you anyway.

The Emperor also insulted me and called me a cripple because I used to have crooked legs. That man thinks of nothing but insulting others and watching their pain.

I must go now…and remember, I will not turn, or fight you.


Your son,
Luke Skywalker
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Note 38
My dear son Luke,

Thank the Force you are all right! By now, you may have realized that my plan was to destroy the emperor. However, until now my motive for Palpatine's destruction was to become emperor myself, but somehow that's not important to me anymore. Right now, all I can think of was how close I came to losing you, my precious son, to that thrice cursed Palpatine! Blast him! I wanted him to think I was so evil that I would slay my own son, and while he was gloating over your "body" I would decapitate him. But noo.. the power-mad fool decided I was "too soft" and tried to kill you for real! That was all I could take! You were barely conscious, so you did not see how I blocked his energy bolts and sliced through him with my light saber!

I then quickly carried you to an escape pod and brought you here to this medical facility.

Let me explain why I am not at your side right now. When I brought you here, the Rebel guards were all over me, thinking that I killed you. That is, until they saw that you were alive. Then Padme told the others that if I wanted to, I would've already killed them all. I looked at her for what felt like the first time and said," Right now I wish to gaze at my angel," and removed my helmet. Big mistake! I felt faint, and before everything went black, I managed to mumble my doctor's name, the one who said I may be free of this accursed suit.

Luke, I do hope the others are as forgiving as you are. I want very much to make up for the years I have wasted on the dark side, if only I am given the chance to do so.

May we find each other in better health.


Your father Anakin
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Note 39
To my father Anakin Skywalker,

I don’t know what to say. Wow…I must admit, though, when you were just standing there letting the Emperor zap me, I wondered if I had been wrong about your still being Anakin Skywalker.

What is your middle name, anyway?

You saved my life and killed Palpatine. I have so much to thank you for. You really are the father I always knew that you could be. Believe me; I am glad I am all right too.

Yes, I did wonder if your real motive was to destroy the Emperor…thank you so much for admitting your feelings to me. You have no idea how much that means to me…and how much it will mean to my mother and all your old friends.

You really were the Chosen One, just as you and everyone thought you were. I asked Obi-Wan what it meant…and he said he thought it meant getting rid of one side of the Force. You got rid of the Dark Side completely…and now there will be no more Sith ever again. I am so glad that you came back to the Light Side.

I know that you had a moment of realization in that fight. That you saw what had become of you…and that you could do so much more good for the galaxy. Your two loyalties were put up against each other. You had to choose between your master and your son, and you chose me. That is enough of a proof to me to show how much you have changed, and how much you love me.

You really cut through Palpatine with a lightsaber?

I am grateful to you for all you have done. I was brought to a medical facility. Was that necessary? I mean…what was wrong with me? I was just knocked unconscious. Why did that require the attention of a medical facility?

You spoke to my mother? But she told me she would not see you until she knew for sure that you were not playing a trick. I’m sure this is all very hard on her…but she must have kept that from me (the part about seeing you, and speaking with you), because she wanted to digest the information, and maybe to make herself on good terms with you to surprise me or something.

Did you officially divorce my mother?

She took off your helmet? I’m glad that you were able to mumble the doctor’s name who said you could be freed from that suit. I haven’t had time to see you yet. My mother wouldn’t let me. I’ve moved into the palace…and so has Leia. Has your doctor said anything more about getting out of that suit? If so, what?

Leia mentioned to me that Han proposed to her, and they will be married soon. I’m very happy for her. I only hope that some day I might be married too.

I have not told you about this girl that I kind of like…have I. Her name is Kirsten. She didn’t even know I existed until I went up to her and started talking. We’ve really had some good discussions, and are quickly becoming friends. I don’t know about dating her yet…but hey the future is open.

Thanks to you, the Emperor, and thus the Empire, has been destroyed forever. We’ll never have to worry about them again. My mother and Bail are talking about forming a new Republic…one in which there will be no corruption. Things are turning out perfectly.

It’s only been a week since the battle.

I’m sure that the others will be as forgiving as I am. I do not think that anyone besides me, Leia, and our mother knows that you have changed. Not even Obi-Wan is aware of this yet. We won’t let any harm come to you. I promise.

Everything will be fine.


Until I am able to see you again.

With love,
Your son Luke Skywalker
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Note 40
My precious son,

It is good that your dear mother won't let you see me, for I would not want for you to be frightened. This is the first time I have been able to write since I collapsed the night I brought you to safety. You may not remember, but Palpatine hit you with an electric bolt, knocking you out. I brought you to get medical care because I was afraid the electric charge may have burned through your body and caused some unseen damage. I wanted to insure your perfect health and safety.

No, I never, and it did not occur for me to, divorce your mother. We had grown apart because of my going into the Dark Side. I guess deep inside I just couldn't bring myself to do it.

I will explain my current situation. I became acquainted with a Doctor Bardok Son from the planet Vegetesai. The people of this planet have developed an immersion tank where the fluids put one into a healing sleep while it repairs the body's damages. The natives of this planet, known as the Sayans, have used this for years. Well, Dr. Son found a way to adjust the chamber so it will work on humans. I volunteered to let him work on me, for I would anything to rid myself of that accursed suit!

After my collapse, I was barely aware that your mother heard me mention Dr. Son, and had him contacted. The next thing I remember was being immersed in fluid and feeling very tired. I woke up a week later and was shocked to see my own healed body! No suit, no burns, no nothing! Dr. Son said I need to rest a little longer, but otherwise the healing tank was a success!

My middle name is, believe it or not, Benjamin, after my great-grandfather. How are things with Kirsten? I do hope she is worthy of your attentions. I would love to meet her when I am better. If you ask Leia nicely, perhaps she'll allow you to escort Kirsten to the wedding.

Speaking of weddings, I understand my little girl's become engaged to Han. How ironic, the daughter of a former Sith marrying a former Rebel! I am very happy for them, Even as a Sith, I couldn't help notice the way they looked at each other. They sort of reminded me of me and Padme when we that age.

I look forward to your next letter, my son.

Your father Anakin

Pauline (Vader's) Disclaimer Note: The terms Vegetesai, Bardok, and Sayan all belong to Dragonball Z ( yes I'm a fan of theirs, too)
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Note 41
One year later:

To my father,

I am glad everything turned out fine. It has been one year since you turned back to the Light Side, and we are now all one big family now. I am so glad that your doctor was able to heal your old injuries so that you can now look like a normal 41 year old. And your hair is the same color as mine…

I do remember that awful fight we had on the Death Star, and I do remember the Emperor shooting me with electricity. But you saved my life. I am forever grateful to you for that. Luckily the electric bolts did not cause any damage to me whatsoever.

I am also grateful that you and mother never divorced, and that you are now back together, just as everything should always have been. Have you and she healed your old wounds? Have you grown close again? You seem like you have. After all, we all live in the same big house.

It relieves me much to know that you no longer have to wear that horrible suit, and can truly be a human once more.

Your middle name is Benjamin? But grandmother said your middle name was Luke. I guess she was just teasing me, though I thought she was being serious. Oh well. I’m glad that she’s staying with us too. I can’t imagine how she felt after she had found out what had happened to you. You’ve talked with her a lot, right?

Things with Kirsten are wonderful! Thanks for asking. I’m so glad that she is my wife…remember our wedding day when Han and Leia got married on the same day? Oh that was quite something! But now Leia and I each have our own twin children. It’s kind of funny…we each have one boy and one girl. Since we are all living in the same large house, what do you think of my wife?

Han and Leia do make a great couple, don’t they? So they reminded you of you and mother when you were younger, even when you were a Sith. That must have been pretty painful for you.

The more and more I have gotten to know you, the more and more, I’ve grown to love you. You have become the best father that I could possibly imagine. We’ve spent quite a bit of time with each other during the past year. I’m lucky to have you as my father.


Your son,
Luke Skywalker


PS Because there is really no need to send each other letters anymore…we live together in the same house, and there are no secrets that need to be kept from anyone, and there is no one threatening our safety, I think it would be best if we just talked to each other face to face. That’s the reason I haven’t written you in a year.
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Note 42
My beloved son,

Although we have spent a lot of time together in person, I cherish each letter you send me. I have kept all of yours. Yes, even the ones that said I was "so mean". I showed one letter to your son, and he said the Evil Empire must have clouded your mind for you to be telling such lies!! I waited to send him outside before I burst into fits of laughter. Your poor mother thought I was going insane!

I am so glad to be human and out of that hunk of metal! And I am so grateful to you for showing me the error of my poor decision to join the Dark Side. It may not have showed, but your letters did help me see the light. I guess that's why I still keep them.

Your mother and I have rekindled our love, and as you know, we have taken many journeys to that garden palace where we married so long ago. May your marriage and Leia's be just as blessed. Remember to always see your wife as the beautiful angel she is, and never go to bed angry.

Speaking of Kirsten, I sent a doctor to see her. I noticed she became sick to her stomach early this morning and actually TURNED DOWN my French toast. You KNOW she never does that! I do believe, dear son, that the twins are about to get another sibling.


Your loving father Anakin
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To the readers of this fic,

I would like to take this time to thank you for reading my fic. If you have read it, would you please leave a comment so that we know you read it. It took a lot of time on our parts, and we would just like to know if anyone was actually reading these.

Thank you very much!!! It was a lot of fun!

Lissy (Luke)


I had a great time writing these notes, and I'm sorry to see them end. Thank you, LukeSkywalker, for rekindling my love for the Star Wars saga, and I wish we could go see the 3rd episode together when it comes out!
PS Sure, I'd love to help you some more!

Pauline (Vader)
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